This thesis deals with three restrictions on freedom of expression, namely 1) lèse-majesté (the insult to the national head of state; the monarch in a monarchy, or the president in a republic), 2)... Show moreThis thesis deals with three restrictions on freedom of expression, namely 1) lèse-majesté (the insult to the national head of state; the monarch in a monarchy, or the president in a republic), 2) the defamation of foreign heads of state, and 3) blasphemy (insulting religion or religious symbols). This thesis examines the background of these speech crimes, their (international) legal status, as well as their relationship to democratic free speech theory. Show less
In this judgment, the administrative court explains the relation between the Dutch Freedom of Information Act and Article 10 ECHR. The court held that in exceptional circumstances, journalists may... Show moreIn this judgment, the administrative court explains the relation between the Dutch Freedom of Information Act and Article 10 ECHR. The court held that in exceptional circumstances, journalists may require access to government-held information under Article 10 ECHR, even when the Freedom of Information Act does not give this right. The author approves the decision, but he identifies some difficulties. Show less
