Cherie Blair sues News of the World

Author : Graham Atkins Solicitor | Published On : 22 Apr 2026

Blair is demanding an apology and damages over the piece, headlined "War of Silence: Cherie's Secret Feud with PM's Sarah", which appeared in the News International-owned paper on January 27 this year.

The wife of former prime minister Tony Blair has instructed law firm Atkins to represent her.

Her case is being dealt with by Graham Atkins, who founded the firm nearly two years ago.

Atkins has previously represented the Blairs in a number of cases, including the winning of "substantial damages" from Associated Newspapers in November last year for infringement of privacy.

He told MediaGuardian.co.uk: "It is often necessary for Atkins to take action against newspapers in relation to untrue or invasive stories about our client Cherie Blair.

"Generally these are resolved before proceedings are issued and for a claim to get to this stage demonstrates just how concerned and angered Cherie was by the News of the World story."

A News of the World spokeswoman declined to comment.

Reference Post: https://www.theguardian.com/media/2008/apr/04/newsoftheworld.pressandpublishing