Sir James Dyson's Libel Claim Against Daily Mirror Publisher Unsuccessful
Sir James Dyson's libel lawsuit against the Daily Mirror's publisher, Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN), has been unsuccessful. The British inventor had taken legal action regarding a January 2022 article he claimed was a distressing personal attack.
The judge, Mr. Justice Jay, ruled that Sir James could not show financial loss or damage to his philanthropic efforts due to the article, which had labeled him as a hypocritical "vacuum-cleaner tycoon" for supporting Brexit and then relocating his headquarters to Singapore.
The defense argued the piece was an "honest opinion," and the ruling affirmed columnists' rights to express such opinions. MGN responded positively to the outcome, emphasizing their columnists' right to honest commentary.
Post-verdict, Dyson underscored its success, significant UK employment, investment, tax contributions, and educational initiatives, including a university with no tuition fees for students.
Dyson Ltd, founded by Sir James in Malmesbury, Wiltshire, in 1993, has expanded its UK presence with additional bases, maintaining its stature as a leading technology company.
The defense argued the piece was an "honest opinion," and the ruling affirmed columnists' rights to express such opinions. MGN responded positively to the outcome, emphasizing their columnists' right to honest commentary.
Post-verdict, Dyson underscored its success, significant UK employment, investment, tax contributions, and educational initiatives, including a university with no tuition fees for students.
Dyson Ltd, founded by Sir James in Malmesbury, Wiltshire, in 1993, has expanded its UK presence with additional bases, maintaining its stature as a leading technology company.
