Illegal downloaders 'face UK ban'

People in the UK who go online and illegally download music and films may have their internet access cut under plans the government is considering, reports the BBC.

"A draft consultation Green Paper suggests internet service providers would be required to take action over users who access pirated material.

Under a "three strikes" rule they would receive an e-mail warning, suspension, and then termination of their contract.

... The proposals are part of a Green Paper - a consultation document issued by the government - on the creative industries that is due to be published next week."

The proposal is similar to legislation proposed in France by Nicolas Sarkozy last month.

emily | 9:20 AM | Copypright Issues |
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