Media companies to be restricted from attending inquests not of public interest

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Media companies to be restricted from attending inquests not of public interest

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We think the media should be restricted from attending inquests, particularly when they involve sensitive cases, as families deserve the right to privacy during such difficult times. We feel that respecting the wishes of grieving relatives is crucial, and media intrusion can exacerbate their trauma.

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We think the government should enact a law that prohibits the media from attending inquests involving sensitive information, particularly when families have explicitly requested no media involvement. Such legislation could safeguard the privacy and emotional well-being of families during some of their most vulnerable moments. By prioritising the wishes of the grieving, the law could ensure that the focus remains on the investigation and not on media sensationalism.

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