A freedom of expression gift from Ofcom to British broadcasters
To broadcasters worried by some recent decisions whether Ofcom gives sufficient weight to freedom of expression (especially those who might use surreptitious filming), the regulator has this week given a (modest) Christmas present. Ofcom has also just published a decision clarifying its position on broadcasting ‘point of death’ material. SMB consultant and former Ofom executive, Trevor Barnes, unwraps Ofcom’s latest Bulletin.
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13th November 2025
SMB Ranked in Times Best Law Firms 2026
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SMB Shines in 2026 Legal Directory Rankings
Recently published independent legal directories, Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 have once again recommended SMB across multiple practice areas.
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