European MPs votes on new telecoms law

The European Parliament has approved a major overhaul of telecoms law across Europe. The BBC reports.

The package includes a provision for "internet freedom" - the first time it has been referred to in law as fundamental right says the EU.

Member states have until May 24 2011 to include the legislation in their own rules.

It comes amid controversial laws being introduced in France and the UK to cut off persistent illegal downloaders.

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