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Until recently the term Slapp – strategic lawsuit against public participation – meant very little. But yesterday in parliament, an MP introduced a bill to ban what he called "legal gangsterism" – attempts by the rich and powerful to use the legal system to stifle journalistic investigations. The Times and Sunday Times' editorial legal director Pia Sarma argues it's time to restore the balance between rich claimants and journalists pursuing the truth.
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Guest: Pia Sarma, Editorial Legal Director, Times Media.
Host: Manveen Rana.
Clips: Times Radio, France 24, Parliament TV.
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