A recent ruling from the Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT) determined that it does not possess the statutory power to impose financial sanctions against government agencies. This decision has critical implications for its authority, especially in enforcing compliance with its orders regarding the disclosure of evidence. The ruling followed an investigation into unlawful surveillance practices by two police forces against journalists who revealed police misconduct. The IPT's unique role in overseeing covert investigatory powers is further complicated by its inability to hold these agencies financially accountable for unlawful actions.
The Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT) lacks statutory authority for financial sanctions against government agencies, limiting its power to enforce compliance with disclosure orders.
In a pivotal ruling, the IPT found that while police forces unlawfully spied on investigative journalists, it lacks the authority to impose penalties on these agencies.
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