Data Retention Consultation

[Roland Perry]

I don't think anyone's mentioned this yet:

http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/documents/cons-2008-transposition

"This is the final phase of the transposition of Directive 2006/24/EC on 
retaining data generated through electronic communications or public 
communications networks.

"The aim of this directive is to ensure that certain data is retained so 
that public authorities can investigate, detect and prosecute crime.

"This consultation is necessary to ensure the law includes internet 
access, internet telephone service, and internet mail.

"Consultation closes 31 October 2008."

News reporting from Guardian and BBC do the usual "council snooper" bit, 
conflating the requirement to retain data (this Directive) with the 
power to ask for disclosure (our friend RIPA).
-- 
Roland Perry