Ms Lesley Caplin:

I thank the Deputy for the question. It is not in the heads of the Bill, possibly for good reason. Although a year may not be sufficient, it is extendable to two years. As the Judiciary have the ability to be flexible within that, it probably satisfies the needs of both sides. Harm to reputation is evident pretty quickly after its occurrence. It is not like other torts that a person may need more time to discover. I think Ms Harty would agree that one year, extendable to two in the correct circumstances, satisfies both sides.