General · 29 June 2026
UK security bill could criminalize journalists' sources
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Reporting from dangerous countries could become harder if planned law leaves journalists open to criminal cases over contacts with banned groups. Parliament is expected to finish considering national security legislation this week, while legal experts urged changes to protect reporting and humanitarian work. David Anderson said the bill lacks clear safeguards, and Jonathan Hall also backed changes covering information.
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