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Digital Economy Bill in danger of being ‘rushed’ through parliament

The proposal for the government’s controversial Digital Economy Bill received approval from the House of Lords last night, meaning the legislation will now be put before MPs to decide whether or not it becomes law. The Bill includes a number of proposals aimed at improving Britain’s digital economy, but some of its clauses have served to make it unpopular in many circles. One of its most contentious aspects is the introduction of a ‘three strikes’ rule to cut off the internet connections of illegal file sharers , as well as Clause 17 which had proposed to give the secretary of state the ability to make changes to copyright law without assent from parliament.

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Digital Economy Bill in danger of being ‘rushed’ through parliament