Exclusivity agreement uk daily mail

You're likely referring to the exclusivity agreement between the UK's Daily Mail newspaper and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Harry and Meghan.

In January 2020, it was reported that the Daily Mail had signed an exclusivity agreement with the couple, which meant that they would not be able to speak to any other media outlets for a certain period of time. The agreement was reportedly worth millions of pounds.

The terms of the agreement were not publicly disclosed, but it's believed to have been a multi-year deal that granted the Daily Mail exclusive access to the couple's stories, interviews, and photos. In return, the couple would have received a significant payment and other benefits.

The agreement was widely criticized by many in the media and royal circles, who saw it as a breach of the couple's privacy and a potential conflict of interest. Some argued that the agreement was a form of "blackmail" and that the couple was being forced to choose between their royal duties and their desire for financial independence.

In the end, the couple decided to step back from their royal duties and pursue a more private life, which led to the agreement being terminated. The Daily Mail has since been accused of using its influence and resources to try to discredit the couple and undermine their reputation.

It's worth noting that the UK's media regulator, Ofcom, has launched an investigation into the Daily Mail's reporting on the couple, following complaints that the newspaper had breached the Broadcasting Code. The investigation is ongoing.