Celebrity loses injunction bid but will stay anonymous pending appeal
Summary
A High Court judge rejected a celebrity’s request for a permanent injunction to stop two news organisations from publishing his identity and allegations of sexual misconduct. The judge kept a temporary injunction in place while the celebrity has time to appeal, so his identity and the allegations remain subject to reporting restrictions for now.Key Facts
- The celebrity sought a permanent ban on publication of his identity and the allegations.
- The court denied the request for a permanent injunction.
- Mr Justice Nicklin ordered the temporary injunction to remain in force during the period allowed for an appeal.
- The restrictions currently prevent the celebrity from being named and the allegations from being published.
- ITN and the Guardian said they believe publication of the allegations is in the public interest.
- The allegations concern attempts to engage in inappropriate sexual activity with girls and young women.
- The celebrity denies the allegations and told the court publication would be highly likely to lead him to kill himself.
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