Summary

The High Court has declared legal proceedings a strategic litigation against public participation under Section 195 of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.

The Society of Authors, a registered company and independent trade union, has faced an unprecedented legal challenge involving their activities.

This declaration marks a significant shift in the legal landscape surrounding trade union activism.

It suggests that the court views such activities as potentially harmful to public participation and the integrity of the legal system.

This move highlights the growing concern about how trade unions engage with the judiciary.

The High Court's intervention aims to protect the right of all citizens to participate in public affairs, regardless of the organization involved.

This ruling establishes a new precedent for protecting individuals from abusive or aggressive lawsuits that undermine public participation rights.

Title

The UK trade union for all types of writers, illustrators and literary translators - The Society of Authors

Description

The UK trade union for all types of writers, illustrators and literary translators - The Society of Authors

Keywords

events, members, search, authors, awards, prize, news, toggle, menu, join, resources, advice, prizes, grants, human, comments, winners

NS Lookup

A 162.159.134.42

Dates

Created 2026-03-14

Updated 2026-04-15

Summarized 2026-04-15