The UK Media Law Pocketbook 2nd Edition by Tim Crook ISBN 1138309168 978-1138309166

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ISBN 10: 1138309168
ISBN 13: 978-1138309166
Author: Tim Crook

The second edition of The UK Media Law Pocketbook presents updated and extended practical guidance on everyday legal issues for working journalists and media professionals.

This book covers traditional print and broadcast as well as digital multimedia, such as blogging and instant messaging, with clear explanations of new legal cases, legislation and regulation, and new chapters on freedom of information and social media law. Links to seven new online chapters allow readers to access all the most up-to-date laws and guidance around data protection, covering inquests, courts-martial, public inquiries, family courts, local government, and the media law of the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. Tim Crook critically explores emerging global issues and proposals for reform with concise summaries of recent cases illustrating media law in action, as well as tips on pitfalls to avoid.

The UK Media Law Pocketbook is a key reference for journalists and media workers across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The book’s companion website provides downloadable sound files, video summaries, and updates all the developments in one of the most dynamic and rapidly changing fields of law. Visit https://ukmedialawpocketbook.com.

The UK Media Law Pocketbook 2nd Table of contents:

• Introduction to Media Law

  • Overview of UK Media Law
  • Sources of Media Law
  • Structure of the UK Legal System

• Freedom of Expression

  • The Right to Free Speech
  • Legal Limits on Free Speech
  • The Role of the Media in Democracy

• Defamation

  • What Constitutes Defamation?
  • Defamation Law in the UK
  • Defences to Defamation
  • Libel vs. Slander

• Privacy and Data Protection

  • Right to Privacy vs. Freedom of Expression
  • Key Privacy Laws
  • Data Protection Act and GDPR
  • The Role of the Information Commissioner’s Office

• Contempt of Court

  • What is Contempt of Court?
  • Reporting Restrictions and Reporting Trials
  • Media’s Role in Sub Judice and Contempt

• Copyright and Intellectual Property

  • Overview of Copyright Law
  • Fair Use and Fair Dealing
  • Media-Specific Copyright Issues
  • Intellectual Property Rights in the Digital Age

• Broadcasting Regulations

  • Ofcom and its Role
  • The Broadcasting Code
  • Regulating Television, Radio, and Online Platforms
  • Media Ownership and Plurality

• Advertising and Marketing Law

  • Advertising Standards Authority (ASA)
  • Rules for Advertising in the UK
  • Regulations for Online and Digital Advertising

• Hate Speech and Harmful Content

  • Defining Hate Speech
  • Laws on Incitement to Violence and Harm
  • Social Media and the Regulation of Harmful Content

• Social Media and the Law

  • Legal Framework for Social Media Platforms
  • Responsibilities of Social Media Companies
  • Regulation of User-Generated Content

• The Leveson Inquiry and Press Regulation

  • The Leveson Inquiry Overview
  • Press Complaints Commission vs. IPSO
  • Proposals for Media Regulation

• Ethical Considerations in Media Law

  • Media Ethics and Legal Responsibilities
  • Balance between Public Interest and Privacy
  • Role of Journalists in Upholding Standards

• Emerging Issues in Media Law

  • Media Law in the Digital Age
  • Online Platforms and Free Speech
  • Future of Regulation in an Evolving Media Landscape

• Conclusion

  • The Changing Landscape of Media Law in the UK
  • Key Legal Trends for the Future

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