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The Weaponisation of Identity Politics
Regulatory Matters

The Weaponisation of Identity Politics

Written by John Barwell 28 April 202518 August 2026

Weaponised identity politics is corroding UK public life by turning honest criticism into hate smears—here’s why it matters and what we can do.

Fighting for Justice: John Robertson’s Ongoing Battle Against Suppression and Injustice
Regulatory Matters

Fighting for Justice: John Robertson’s Ongoing Battle Against Suppression and Injustice

Written by John Barwell 31 January 202518 August 2026

John Robertson, a fierce advocate for whistleblowers and free speech, is taking on Synova LLP in court.

Standing with John Robertson: Defending Free Speech and Exposing Injustice
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Standing with John Robertson: Defending Free Speech and Exposing Injustice

Written by John Barwell 11 December 202418 August 2026

John Robertson’s deplatforming highlights the urgent need to defend free speech and expose injustice in the legal system.

The Rise of SLAPPs: How Legal Threats Are Silencing Journalists and Whistleblowers
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The Rise of SLAPPs: How Legal Threats Are Silencing Journalists and Whistleblowers

Written by John Barwell 22 November 202418 August 2026

SLAPPs are increasingly being used to silence public interest investigations, threatening the foundations of democracy.

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