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MEPs back down on due process for disconnecting file sharers

article published on 25 October, 2009

A provision which would require a judicial order before the government could have someone's internet account shut off has been removed from the Telecoms Package being negotiated between European Parliament and the European Council. The amendment, approved overwhelmingly earlier this year by MEPs, said "No restriction may be imposed on the fundamental rights and freedoms of end users, ... [ read the full article ]

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Bozobub
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_ 		29. October 2009 @ 15:57 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
While not a UK resident, I can only note that it's a classic game in politics to "vehemently" oppose some unpopular legislation, then allow it in backroom deals; it's the classic "bait and switch". That way, when irate constituents show up with pitchforks and torches, the politico(s) can point to their oh-so-brave fight against evil, while still getting their lovely little kickbacks.
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