Justice Secretary David Lammy has committed to addressing spurious lawsuits aimed at silencing whistleblowers and journalists, otherwise known as Slapps – strategic lawsuits against public participation. At the launch of the government’s anti-corruption strategy, Lammy outlined plans to enact provisions from the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 to combat these lawsuits. He said: “We’ll protect the people who shine a light on corruption.” However, the strategy’s target date for new legislation is set for 2029, raising concerns about the urgency of the issue. Campaigners are seeking more immediate action.
