In December last year, Mr George accepted libel damages from News Group Newspapers - owner of the Sun and the News of the World.
BBC: Barry George wins libel damages over obsession claims
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Last week a group of authors and journalists told the committee that big businesses and rich individuals are using libel laws to "stifle" the publication of books and articles.
BBC: Falconer: Libel plans are 'impressive' and 'worthwhile'