Parliamentary Question about the Campaign
Dr Evan Harris MP asked Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, Ben Bradshaw, whether he would meet with a delegation of signatories of Keep the Libel Laws out of Science. (It may surprise some readers to learn that science journalism and medical publishing are part of the creative industries!) We will be arranging this meeting over the Summer.
"Dr. Evan Harris (Oxford West and Abingdon) (LD): Is the Secretary of State aware of concerns in the creative industries that the way in which English libel laws operate, or at least London's reputation as the libel capital of the world, is suppressing freedom of expression and creative freedom? Will he agree to meet a cross-party delegation with leading members from the creative industries in the next few months to discuss their concerns?
Mr. Bradshaw: I am sure that my hon. Friend or I would be happy to meet the hon. Gentleman and a delegation, but he will be aware that this is primarily a matter for the Ministry of Justice. We are certainly aware of the concerns that he expresses: I understand that they will all be covered in a forthcoming consultation document that the Secretary of State for Justice will launch in the near future."
Last updated: October 07 2009
