A High Court ruling on the Reynolds defence to libel proceedings highlights the importance of making online versions of published articles fit with later developments…
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PNC: Police Can Keep All Data
The Court of Appeal has overruled the Information Tribunal and held that the Police National Computer (PNC) can hold all the data that the police deem necessary….
Dartmoor’s E-wing
They are thinking of sending more data protection offenders to jail. Is the extra porridge really a good idea?…
Output-based IT Outsourcing Projects
Julian Gyngell reports an Australian case that illustrates the commercial and legal realities that customers, vendors and service providers in the IT industry need to appreciate….
Prison for Data Misuse?
The Ministry of Justice is consulting on proposals for custodial sentences for persons convicted of knowing or reckless misuse of personal data….
Careers Advice for Aspiring Lawyers
Undaunted by my complete lack of relevant knowledge and skills, I have advice for those still building a career in law who are threatened by commoditisation and other disruptive technologies….
CPD: Breach and Tell – Online CPD questions relating to this SCL meeting
Questions arising from the podcast of the London Group meeting on Breach and tell: new trends in data breaches regulation. SCL Online CPD Scheme – Course code HW/SFCL40 – 1 hour 30 minutes….
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CPD: An Era of Change for Lawyers – Online CPD course relating to the interview with Professor Richard Susskind OBE
Questions arising from the webinar conversation between Derek Southall and Professor Richard Susskind OBE. SCL Online CPD Scheme – Course code HW/SFCL41 – 30 minutes…
Bavarian Lager: Irresistible v Immovable
An Advocate General’s Opinion in the ‘Bavarian Lager’ case has now been published. It concerns personal data and access to documents. She advises the ECJ to rule against the Commission….
OFT Focuses on Online Advertising and Pricing
The OFT has launched market studies into advertising and pricing practices. They include a particulalry close look at online targeting of advertising and potentially misleading pricing practices….
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