Data Security and Human Rights
A decision in the European Court of Human Rights may have profound implications for data protection systems within State control….
Intellectual Property
Criminal Records and Data Protection Principles: Police v Information Commissioner
A new decision of the Information Tribunal supports the supremacy of the data protection principles, includes clear criticism of the failure of the police to grapple properly with the data protection principles and dismisses arguments that the ACPO code on retention of data constitutes a valid code for the PNC….
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New Light on Liquidated Damages, Extensions of Time and Concurrent Causes of Delay
David Blunt QC and Richard Osborne examine the lessons to be derived from the recent case of Steria v Sigma…
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CSA v SIC: Lords Judgment
The House of Lords published its judgment in Common Services Agency v Scottish Information Commissioner on 9 July. Read Grant Campbell’s report and use the link to the judgment….
Securing the Deal in Government Contracting
Those close to public sector ICT procurement may be aware of a recent change in status of the security provisions in the Office of Government Commerce (OGC) Model Services Agreement and Guidance. An OGC Procurement Policy Note confirmed that, as of 1 July 2008, these provisions became mandatory for all UK government ICT contracts. Callum Sinclair considers the implications for contracting authorities….
Computer Games Modchips: All to Play For?
The Court of Appeal has upheld the appeal of ‘Mr Modchips’ and thereby cast doubt on the efficacy of the ETMs protecting the Sony Playstation, Microsoft’s X-box and Nintendo’s Gamecube. Laurence Eastham explains by way of extracts from the excellent judgment of Lord Justice Jacob….
Making Your Adverts (Comparatively) Safe
When is it safe to use a competitor’s brand name in your adverts? Jeremy Harris reports on a recent European decision which gives further guidance and offers tips to prospective comparative advertisers….
SCL 8th Annual Conference: Convergence 3.0
In November, SCL is to host its 8th Annual Conference in Edinburgh under the overarching title ‘Convergence 3.0 – New Business Models, More Risk – New Law’. Laurence Eastham highlights some of the reasons for attending….
File-sharing: Virgin Media and the BPI
An interesting debate has arisen about the co-operation between the BPI and Virgin Media and letters sent by Virgin to customers whose pattern of use suggests that they may be engaging in illegal downloads. Laurence Eastham reports, suggests links and encourages SCL members to let him know their views….
Interview: Emily Taylor – Nominet and the World
Laurence Eastham interviewed Nominet’s Director of Legal and Policy, Emily Taylor. Emily also serves on the Advisory Group to the Internet Governance Forum….
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