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Speight v Gosnay

1891

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Please note: The full report of this case could not be confirmed; this summary is limited to the point the case is usually cited for.

Facts

Cited for the point that the original publisher is liable for repetition only where he authorised it, it was the natural and probable result, or the hearer had a duty to repeat it.

Issue

When is the original publisher liable for repetition?

Held

The original publisher is liable for repetition only where he authorised it, it was the natural and probable result, or the hearer had a duty to repeat it.

Principle

The original publisher is liable for repetition only where he authorised it, it was the natural and probable result, or the hearer had a duty to repeat it.

Why it matters

Republication.

Cited in these chapters

Topics

TortDefamation

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Speight v Gosnay (Lanbuk) <https://www.lanbuk.com/llb/torts/cases/speight-v-gosnay> accessed 31 October 2026

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This summary is a Lanbuk study aid based on the generally known facts and reports of the case. It is not legal advice.