British journalists reporting from some of the world's most dangerous conflict zones could face an unexpected legal dilemma under a controversial new security bill, according to senior legal experts who warn the legislation may unintentionally criminalise routine newsgathering.
At the heart of the debate is the proposed UK terror bill journalists are watching closely. The legislation is designed to help the government crack down on hostile state-backed organisations, but critics say its wording could also place foreign correspondents, investigative reporters and even humanitarian workers at risk simply for speaking to the sources they rely on.
