RIP s22 notices SI

[Peter Fairbrother]

> Roland Perry wrote:

> In message <B92AB110.1F125%peter.fairbrother@ntlworld.com>, Peter
> Fairbrother <peter.fairbrother@ntlworld.com> writes
>> I can't see anything in RIPA that would
>> prevent the HO from just demanding all traffic data with a "blanket"
>> warrant
> 
> While I share many of the doubts expressed about the extension to new
> public authorities, the point mentioned above is covered by the tests of
> proportionality and necessity. 22(5) refers.

I suspect, especially in light of the EU Parliament decision, that if the
Home Sec decides it's "proportionate to what is sought to be achieved" then
the warrant will be issued.

Who's to stop him anyway? Or even make public his action, if he and the PM
don't want it reported? There isn't any judicial review or anything.

-- Peter Fairbrother