Which of the following are defenses to an action for libel brought by a public figure in the United Kingdom regarding a statement made in the United Kingdom?
A) Only that the statements were true.
B) Only that the statements were made in Parliament.
C) Only that the statements were made in court.
D) That the statements were not made in Parliament or court.
E) That the statements were true, that the statements were made in Parliament, or that the statements were made in court.

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In the UK, defenses to an action for libel by a public figure include truth (the statements were true), absolute privilege (the statements were made in Parliament or court), among others. These defenses aim to protect freedom of speech while balancing against harm from false statements.

Which of the Following Are Defenses to an Action for Libel