The Law on Defamation in Ireland

Our Constitution provides in Article 40.6.1.  that “the right  of the citizens  to express freely  their  convictions and opinions is protected”  however this is counterbalanced  by Article  40.3.2. which states  that  in the event of unjust attack or injustice  the State  will “vindicate the ………..good name……….of every citizen”.  Legislation in this area  commenced  with The…

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