The law change that will treat journalists as spies

Published: Aug. 11, 2021, 3 a.m.

You might think the UK would be a safe place for journalists, but investigative reporters in this country can face threats, lawsuits and intimidation. And now, the Home Office is proposing changes to the Official Secrets Act that would make the climate for journalists - and their sources - even more stifling. If passed, the legislation could open them up to prosecution.

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- Sean O'Neill, chief reporter for The Times. 

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