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Noel Clarke Ordered to Pay £3 Million in Libel Loss

9/24/2025

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Noel Clarke must pay £3 million in costs to The Guardian after losing the libel case.
The High Court ruled Clarke's claims were far-fetched.
The Guardian's reporting was substantially true per the ruling.
Seven 2021 articles detailed allegations from approximately 20 women. Clarke represented himself after his legal team resigned due to funding issues.

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Story summary

Noel Clarke must pay £3 million in costs to The Guardian after losing the libel case.
The High Court ruled Clarke's claims were far-fetched.
The Guardian's reporting was substantially true per the ruling.
Seven 2021 articles detailed allegations from approximately 20 women. Clarke represented himself after his legal team resigned due to funding issues.