The Defamatory Statement
Introduction
Defamatory Imputations
The Form and Meaning of the Defamatory Statement
Slanders Actionable Per Se
Slanders Actionable Only on Proof of Special Damage
Publication
Identity of the Person Defamed
Parties: Who May Sue or Be Sued
Remedies
Defences
Defences: General
Justification (Truth) at common law
Defence of Truth under section 2, Defamation Act 2013
Honest Comment
Defence of Honest Opinion under section 3, Defamation Act 2013
Absolute Privilege
Qualified Privilege at Common Law Part I
Qualified Privilege at Common Law Part II
Qualified Privilege: Statute
Defence of Publication on a Matter of Public Interest under section 4, Defamation Act 2013
Malice and Qualified Privilege
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
Other Defences
Other Causes of Action and related Matters
Malicious Falsehood
Misuse of Private Information
Other Causes of Action Arising from Statements
The Action
The Initial Stages
Interim Injunctions
Particulars of Claim
Defence
Reply and Defence to Counterclaim
Apology, Offer of Amends and Compromise
Pre-trial Applications
Interlocutory Matters
The Trial: The Claimant’s Case
The Trial: The Defendant’s Case
The Trial: Functions of Judge and Jury
The Trial: The Final Stages
Appeal
Appendix 1:Statutes
Appendix 2:Damages Awards
