Dyson tells libel trial Daily Mirror article was a distressing ‘personal attack’
Inventor is suing publisher over ‘rogues’ gallery’ article that stated he championed Vote Leave before moving global HQ to Singapore
An article that featured Sir James Dyson in a “rogues’ gallery” and stated that he had “championed Vote Leave … before moving his global head office to Singapore” was “damaging and distressing” to the inventor and entrepreneur, the high court has heard.
In a written statement to the court, Dyson described a Daily Mirror article published last year as a “personal attack on all that I have done and achieved in my lifetime” and said it was “highly distressing and hurtful”.
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Dyson loses libel case against Daily Mirror
London’s High Court dismisses billionaire’s claims, finding article on his support for Brexit was ‘honest opinion’Dec. 1, 2023 - ft.com - UK homepage -
Sir James Dyson loses libel claim against Daily Mirror publisher
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