Media organizations in the U.K. are warning that a clause hidden in the deregulation bill will significantly alter journalists’ ability to protect their sources and negatively impact freedom of speech rights throughout the country. Under the bill, which also includes changes to the regulation of knitting yarns, liquor sales to children, and more,
UK, Worldwide Press Freedom In Jeopardy
“Reporters are put at risk, whether reporting riots or investigating wrongdoing, if perceived to be ready sources of information for the police.”