Which of the following defamatory statements would NOT be protected by the defence of 'Absolute Privilege'?

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While statements made in the course of judicial proceedings, parliamentary proceedings, and statutory inquiries are protected by absolute privilege, a defamatory statement contained in a letter to the editor published in a newspaper would not be considered as falling under this defence. This is because the defence of absolute privilege only applies to statements made in certain circumstances, such as those made in the course of official proceedings or by public officials performing their duties, and does not extend to statements made by private individuals in private settings.

Which of the Following Defamatory Statements Would NOT Be Protected