Sir Simon Hughes
Sir Simon Hughes is a prominent British politician and former member of the Liberal Democrats, having served as the Member of Parliament for Bermondsey and Old Southwark from 1983 to 2015. Known for his commitment to civil liberties and social justice, Hughes held various positions within the party, including Deputy Leader. His recent involvement in legal proceedings against Associated Newspapers alongside high-profile claimants, including Prince Harry, underscores his ongoing advocacy for privacy rights and accountability in journalism.
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Sir Simon Hughes is a former Liberal Democrat minister.
Has Harry's war with the press finally run out of road?
United Kingdom· 2026-07-08
Sir Simon Hughes is a high-profile figure involved in the lawsuit with Prince Harry against Associated Newspapers.
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India· 2026-07-07
Sir Simon Hughes joined the action against Associated Newspapers at a later stage as a claimant.
Prince Harry's war with the press is back in court. But this time it's differentUnited Kingdom· 2026-01-18