Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) - Chapter 3 - EU Directive - Scottish Government consultations

Chapter 3 - EU Directive

Co-legislators of the EU adopted a Directive which provides safeguards against manifestly unfounded claims or abusive court proceedings (or SLAPPs) in civil matters with cross-border implications brought against persons on account of their engagement in public participation. The Directive sets out minimum common standards (Article 3) and applies to matters of a civil or commercial nature with cross-border implications. This section asked questions related to the Directive, a copy of which can be found in Appendix A of the consultation paper.

9. Can you envisage any conflicts between the Directive and other provisions of Scots law?

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10. Are there any features not included in the Directive that should be considered for inclusion in possible legislation?

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11. In your view, are there any other relevant factors that Scottish Ministers should consider if EU alignment in this area is to be considered?

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