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The libel and slander laws in the U.K. different than in the U.S. [0]:

> "English laws are much more favorable for someone looking to protect their reputation," says Jenny Afia, a lawyer in London who often represents people making libel and privacy claims.

> In American courts, the burden of proof rests with the person who brings a claim of libel. In British courts, the author or journalist has the burden of proof, and typically loses.

> "So you've got the rich and powerful shutting down and chilling speech which is critical of them," says Stephens.

[0] https://www.npr.org/sections/parallels/2015/03/21/394273902/...