A gag order is an order, typically a legal order by a court or government, restricting information or comment from being made public or passed onto any unauthorized third party. The phrase may sometimes be used of a private order by an employer or other institution.

What does gagging orders mean?

An injunction, often known as a gagging order, is issued by the court to restrict the publication or dissemination of information about a subject. ... Sometimes a gagging order is used privately by employers or business partners to stop trade secrets being leaked.

What is a gagging order in the UK?

In the UK, gagging orders will typically form part of a settlement agreement that both parties sign to bring the employment agreement to an end. A settlement agreement sees the employee waive their rights to bring legal proceedings against the employer in exchange for a financial payment.