Full Fact Supports Libel Reform

16 March 2012

Libel insurance costs Full Fact a penny in every pound we raise, and being sued could flatten us.

Here's why we need a new defence against libel claims, one that protects those scientists, journalists, and campaigners like Full Fact who try to discuss important issues fairly:

What next? "We're inches away from changing the history of libel law in this country":

You can support the Libel Reform Campaign at http://www.libelreform.org.

Please note that the campaign is funded by the Nuffield Foundation, which also funds Full Fact and a lot of scientific research—but none of our funders get to tell us what to write. Our thanks to those who have got it so far.

Full Fact fights bad information

Bad information ruins lives. It promotes hate, damages people’s health, and hurts democracy. You deserve better.