Steven Price

Steven Price is a publisher known for detailed analysis and commentary on media law, defamation, and regulatory issues related to broadcasting and journalism. The content often explores legal decisions, media council rulings, and the interplay between media standards and public interest. Posts typically examine case law, regulatory frameworks, and controversies involving media accuracy, corrections, and complaints. The publisher provides insights into the responsibilities of media organizations, the legal defenses available in defamation cases, and the challenges in media regulation, especially concerning new media platforms and broadcasting standards.

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The defence of common law qualified privilege applies (to cut short a lot of legal jargon) when someone tells someone something in good faith, believing they need to know it. Think: telling the police that the neighbour is running methlab…

I’ve been asked to post the following ad. If you are pillar of the community type, and interested in both free speech and media accountability, this could be for you.
NEW ZEALAND MEDIA COUNCIL
Public Member Appointment
Do you have…

This isn’t about media law. It is much more important.
Lawyers for Climate Action NZ is seeking judicial review of the Climate Change Commission’s recommendations. It argues that the recommended cuts are not enough to contribute to keeping warming to…