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EU law does not upset UK plan for file-sharer disconnection, says lawyer
British ISPs may be forced to disconnect customers accused of file-sharing without the need for a court hearing, according to a legal expert. Safeguards for internet access that were agreed by MEPs last week do not upset UK Government proposals, he said.
12/11/2009
£500,000 maximum fine for data protection breaches: Government consults
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) would have the power to fine organisations up to £500,000 for serious breaches of data protection principles under plans announced this week by the Ministry of Justice.
11/11/2009
Law Commissions oppose EU abolition of consumer right to reject faulty goods
The UK should resist a proposal from Europe that would abolish the right of consumers to reject goods that turn out to be faulty, according to a report from the Law Commission and the Scottish Law Commission.
11/11/2009
Libel law reform campaigners seek £10,000 damages cap
English libel law imposes disproportionate restrictions on free speech, according to an independent report that recommends 10 changes to the laws. The Ministry of Justice said today that it will launch a consultation on defamation and the internet.
10/11/2009
ASA's remit to extend to website content
An industry rule-book for marketing communications in the UK is being amended to cover website content for the first time. Statements on websites could face sanctions from an industry body as soon as next summer even if they don't break any laws.
10/11/2009
Consent will be required for cookies in Europe
EDITORIAL: A law that demands consent to internet cookies has been approved and will be in force across the EU within 18 months. It is so breathtakingly stupid that the normally law-abiding business may be tempted to bend the rules to breaking point.
09/11/2009
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