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UK Targets SLAPPs: New Anti-Corruption Strategy Unveiled

12/8/2025

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David Lammy, the UK Deputy Prime Minister, announced plans to curb SLAPPs at the launch of the government's anti-corruption strategy.
He said legislation is needed to protect whistleblowers and journalists exposing corruption.
The Ministry of Justice will first address SLAPPs tied to economic crimes and aims for a comprehensive approach by 2029.
Campaigners criticized the strategy for lacking urgency and detail, especially on political financing and foreign donation loopholes.

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David Lammy, the UK Deputy Prime Minister, announced plans to curb SLAPPs at the launch of the government's anti-corruption strategy.
He said legislation is needed to protect whistleblowers and journalists exposing corruption.
The Ministry of Justice will first address SLAPPs tied to economic crimes and aims for a comprehensive approach by 2029.
Campaigners criticized the strategy for lacking urgency and detail, especially on political financing and foreign donation loopholes.