A celebrity's bid to permanently prevent two news organizations from publishing his identity and allegations of sexual misconduct has been denied by the High Court. The judge, Mr. Justice Nicklin, ruled that the man's claim for an injunction was not granted.
However, the judge stated that a temporary injunction, which currently prevents the celebrity from being named and the allegations from being published, will remain in place. This is to allow the celebrity to appeal the judgment, with anonymity and reporting restrictions continuing during the period allowed for an appeal.
ITN and The Guardian have argued that it is in the public interest to publish the allegations. They claim the man used his status to attempt or engage in "inappropriate sexual activities with a large number of girls and young women." The celebrity, who denies the allegations, expressed concerns that any publication would be "highly likely" to lead him to suicide and urged the court to prevent any reporting or broadcast.