UK’s privacy laws illegally inadequate, says Europe: “UK laws protecting the privacy of people’s communications are inadequate, the European Commission has said. The Commission has launched a legal case against the UK over its implementation…
Security and fundamental freedoms on the Internet European Parliament, (Plenary sessions), Fundamental rights – 26-03-2009 – 13:28 Increasingly, companies, governments, police and even criminals are seeking the greatest possible access to our private data. The…
EU – Proposal to revise Framework Decision on child pornography: “(RAPID) The European Commission has adopted a Proposal for a new Council Framework Decision on combating sexual abuse and sexual exploitation of children and child…
EU – Commission acts to protect Europe from cyber-attacks and disruptions: “(RAPID) The Commission has released a new Communication on Protecting Europe from large scale cyber-attacks and disruptions: enhancing preparedness, security and resilience COM (2009)149….
UK.gov to get power to force ISPs to block child porn: “ IWF refuseniks under pressure The European Union wants new laws that would grant national governments the power to force ISPs to block child…
EU issues ultimatum on internet privacy: “The European Commission today delivered an ultimatum to internet firms – improve your approach to privacy online, or face a regulatory clampdown from Brussels.” (Via OUT-LAW News.)
European Commission publishes guidance on overseas transfers of personal data: “The European Commission has prepared a set of questions and answers as well as a flowchart to help companies understand when they can and when…
MEPs urge governments to produce surveillance register: “Governments should create a list of all organisations that track internet use and produce an annual report on internet surveillance, the European Parliament has said.” (Via OUT-LAW News.)
EU – Commission proposess to revise legislation on child pornography: “(Europa) The European Commission has adopted two proposals for new rules to step up the fight against trafficking in human beings and child sexual abuse,…
EU – Protection of consumers, in particular minors, in respect of the use of video games: “(EP) Adoption in plenary of a resolution based on an own-initiative report drafted by Toine MANDERS (ALDE, NL) welcoming…