However, we must also take care that our journalism does not put individuals at risk of unnecessary distress or harm.
Most new parents don't know that, which can cause a bit of unnecessary distress.
The broadcasting code states that under-18s must not be "caused unnecessary distress or anxiety by their involvement in programmes".
There are other examples where totally wrong conclusions have been drawn from the publication of early evidence, causing considerable unnecessary distress to many people in the meantime.
I can say that if I know the facts it will be easier for me to question him without causing unnecessary distress.
All animals, including farmed poultry, must be looked after in ways that meet their welfare needs - ensuring they do not experience any unnecessary distress or suffering.
The study suggests that a result of not treating depression in the elderly, apart from the unnecessary distress, is a heightened risk of death.
Experiments should not cause the human participants to suffer unnecessary distress or to be in any way physically harmed.
Since the gentleman to be replaced is still on the premises, a phone call might create unnecessary distress.
Might cause them unnecessary distress.