The law lords ruled the conviction of Londoner Iain Davis for a double murder in Hackney in 2002 was unlawful because of the crucial role of anonymous witnesses in his trial. (politics.co.uk)
«The law lords did not rule out the possibility that evidence could be given anonymously in all circumstances, but they did rule it out where the case depends solely or to a decisive extent upon the statements and testimony of anonymous witnesses. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
The claims against the politicians stem from testimonies made by protected, anonymous witnesses. (sandiegouniontribune.com)