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UK Conservatives Pledge To Create Government-Controlled Internet (independent.co.uk)
Martin S. writes: Theresa May, the leader of the UK Conservative Party has pledged to create new internet that would be controlled and regulated by government on re-election. An early lead in the polls appears to be slipping but not slowly enough to change the result. Social Media has rapidly become an intense political battlefield. Known as #Mayhem in some circles, but seemingly able to command significant support from new and old media. Also, applying new social media analytics. According to the manifesto, the plans will allow Britain to become "the global leader in the regulation of the use of personal data and the internet." It states, "Some people say that it is not for government to regulate when it comes to technology and the internet... We disagree." -
UK Government Surveillance - Book It Online (!)
Chris writes "The UK Government Home Office has published new forms on line for government bodies to use, when embarking on directed or covert surveillance and investigation of UK citizens. A small piece of eGovernment in motion, but appearing in stark prominence at this moment in time. PublicTechnology reports on the details of these forms, especially in light of the topical Hutton inquiry which is dragging even Prime Minister Tony Blair into the quest to 'urgently conduct an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Dr Kelly'.." -
UK Government Surveillance - Book It Online (!)
Chris writes "The UK Government Home Office has published new forms on line for government bodies to use, when embarking on directed or covert surveillance and investigation of UK citizens. A small piece of eGovernment in motion, but appearing in stark prominence at this moment in time. PublicTechnology reports on the details of these forms, especially in light of the topical Hutton inquiry which is dragging even Prime Minister Tony Blair into the quest to 'urgently conduct an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Dr Kelly'.."