Ofcom Explained & the Law of Defamation

Course level

Introductory

Delegates

In-house Media Lawyers, Lawyers in private practice, and trainee solicitors.

Overview

OFCOM is the communications regulator, regulating TV, radio, fixed and mobile phones, plus airwaves overview. With the industry in the UK having a turnover of over 27 billion pounds this is a growing area of practice. Defamation is an area which many lawyers in private practice are required to advise on and need to know the current state of the law.

Learning outcomes include obtaining a greater understanding of:

OFCOM:

  • Unfair treatment
  • Privacy
  • Harmful and offensive material
  • What Ofcom is not responsible for
  • Freedom of Information
  • Data Protection
  • Ofcom surveys
  • The Watershed
  • The Cases

    • Defamation:

  • Mclibel
  • Burden of proof
  • Defences
  • Damages
  • Cases

    • "A CPD certificate of completion will be provided by BPP Professional Education Limited upon request, following attendance."


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    Course Dates

    Location Dates Time Availability
    London 27 Oct 2020 9:00 AM - 12:45 PM  Spaces

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