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Journalists' union reacts strongly to Bases judge's conduct towards reporters

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The Cyprus Journalists' Association has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the behavior of British Bases judge Carl Gunsley during a court session in Dekeleia.
Gunsley reportedly displayed "aggressive," "offensive," and "arrogant" conduct towards Cypriot journalists present in the courtroom.
The judge issued a decision that allegedly restricts press freedom and warned journalists of potential legal action for disrespect.
The association's board highlighted concerns about the implications for journalism and noted that similar incidents have occurred in the past.
Concerns about threats to press freedom were emphasized in the association's response to the judge's actions.

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The Cyprus Journalists Union (ΕΣΚ) expressed strong discontent regarding the conduct of Carl Gunsley, a judge in the British Bases court in Dekelia, during a hearing on July 2, 2026. The union reported that Gunsley exhibited behavior perceived as aggressive and insulting towards Cypriot journalists present in the courtroom. This incident is part of a broader concern regarding the treatment of the press in these legal proceedings.

In addition to his demeanor, Gunsley issued a ruling that restricted journalistic freedom, warning reporters that they could face legal action for alleged disrespect. The union condemned such actions as threatening and reminiscent of colonial practices, emphasizing that journalism must operate free from intimidation. The board of the union highlighted that similar incidents had occurred in the past, raising ongoing concerns about press freedom in the British Bases jurisdiction.

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