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

[dikkertjedap]

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?

[amillionyears]

Beer, you and I may not be thinking about the school.

[HelenMumsnet]

@BeerTricksPotter

The same school, amillion? Hmm, it's possible, yes. I don't want to dredge it all up for this thread though, so I'll just leave it at that, I think.

Please don't!