Chris Said to sue One News for libel over perjury report in custody case

Parliamentary Secretary Chris Said gave false testimony according to a One TV news report last night. But the office of the PS informed MT that this is completely untrue and will be seeking "immediate legal action" against the PL broadcaster.

29 August 2010, 12:00am

Junior minister Chris Said gave false testimony in a case regarding the custody of a child in the Gozo courts according to allegations screened on One TV. This was revealed on Sunday night by One Tv. The report said that Chris Said's testimony with regards to the custody of a young child was declared to be false by a Magistrate. But the office of PS Said were quick to deny the news saying that they would be taking legal action against the station.