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Court hears media ‘duty’ argument over publishing sexual allegations against well-known figure

Court hears media ‘duty’ argument over publishing sexual allegations against well-known figure

The Guardian and ITN told a court they have a duty to the public and to sources to publish sexual allegations concerning a prominent individual. The hearing centers on whether reporting such claims serves the public interest.

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Guardian and ITN have ‘duty to public and sources’ to publish sexual allegations against well-known figure, court hears