Data Retention Consultation

[Kevin Townsend]

I blogged it yesterday...  :-)

http://www.quantasecurity.com/article.php?s=5&a=2043



> 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
>
>


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