Hyper-injunctions in English law

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Hyper-injunctions in English law refer to a form of superinjunction that prevents discussion of a topic covered by a superinjunction with Members of Parliament, lawyers or journalists except for the person's own defence lawyers.[1] The term was coined by the Liberal Democrat John Hemming MP.[2]

See also

References

  1. ^ Dowling, Tim (2011-03-21). "Got secrets you want to keep? Get a hyper-injunction". The Guardian.
  2. ^ "House of Commons Hansard Debates for 17 Mar 2011 (pt 0001)".