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Strategic Lawsuits against Public Participation

Asked by Freddie van MierloLiberal DemocratMinistry of JusticeTabled Answered 13 February 2026UIN 111038

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether he plans to reform powers in relation to Strategic Litigation Against Public Participation cases.

Answered by Sarah Sackman

The Government implemented the Strategic Litigation Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) measures in the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA) in June 2025, which provides protection against SLAPPs relating to economic crime. While this was a positive first step, we are considering all options for reform to ensure that all types of SLAPPs are addressed comprehensively.

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