There is no longer a privilege against self-incrimination in Civil Proceedings Section 14 (1) Civil Evidence Act 1968 stipulates that a witness may refuse to answer any question that would expose them or their spouse/civil partner to crominal proceedings.

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The statement is incorrect as it contradicts the actual provision of Section 14 (1) Civil Evidence Act 1968. The provision grants a privilege against self-incrimination in civil proceedings and allows a witness to refuse to answer questions that may incriminate themselves or their spouse/civil partner in criminal proceedings.

There Is No Longer a Privilege Against Self-Incrimination in Civil