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Original poster

Removal of threads considered to be 'potentially libellous' ie somebody has complained

80 replies

dikkertjedap · 13/02/2013 10:25

To think that threads are being removed because they are 'potentially' libellous (thinking about the Safecobs thread) is very sad as it makes it very difficult for people to find proper information on the internet.

On Mumsnet you can say all kind of things about certain NHS hospitals, but if you say something about this unscrupulous horse trader the threads are being removed and more people may become a victim.

AIBU to think that before removing such a thread Mumsnet HQ should seek a legal opinion rather than what could be seen as pandering to the threats of unscrupulous individuals?

OP posts:
ecclesvet · 13/02/2013 11:43

So feel free to start your own website where you're legally liable for other people's conversations. No-one's stopping you.

janey68 · 13/02/2013 11:21

Most of us cottoned on months ago that theres
no rhyme or reason to posts and threads which are
Deleted. I expect it depends if someone at MNHQ is
mummy mates with someone working for a particular company Smile

gordyslovesheep · 13/02/2013 10:36

to be honest that thread was people sharing their experiences - negative ones mainly - I hardly see it as libelous - odd to remove it

WorraLiberty · 13/02/2013 10:33

How long do you think it would take them to keep seeking legal opinions?

And why do you think they're not experienced enough to see potential libel when they see it?

There's plenty of information on the internet already...and some of it is far more factual than you'll read on internet forums.

fromparistoberlin · 13/02/2013 10:26

dont sweat the small stuff OP

and dont rely on MN (0r wikipedia) as an accurate info source anyway