at present, by which an editor, proved to have published false news without reasonable verification, should simply go to prison. This is not a question of influences or atmospheres; the thing could be carried out as easily and as practically as the punishment of thieves and murderers. Of course there would be the usual statement that the guilt was that of a subordinate. Let the accused editor have the right of proving this if he can; if he does, let the subordinate be tried and go to prison." Loading comments... The media barons are keen to retain their historic right to misinform, harass, bully, abuse, incite prejudice and demonise minorities. A refusal to allow this to continue is not "shackling", and will in no way interfere with proper investigative reporting. Galahadjunior: "Regulate" is not a synonym for "shackle". The media barons