Big brother in the UK - nearly here...
kron...@yahoo.co.uk
No decision has been taken to create a huge database containing
details of all phone calls, e-mails and internet use, security
minister Lord West says.
The Information Commissioner has warned that such a database could be
a "step too far for the British way of life".
Asked in the House of Lords about that warning, Lord West said: "It is
very early days as to where we go on this."
But the switch from traditional phones meant the "entirely new"
communication methods had to be assessed, he said.
There have been reports that the giant database is planned for the
government's proposed Communications Data Bill.
That led Information Commissioner Richard Thomas to call in his annual
report this week for a full public debate first.
Mr Thomas acknowledged that "targeted and duly authorised"
interception of communications by terrorists and other suspects could
be "invaluable".
But he warned that people must still "stand up" for their "fundamental
liberties" and freedoms.
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How the authorities must be rubbing their hands with glee. What better
an excuse to infringe one's freedom but the guise of "terrorism". A
great way to spy on the people. The old East-Germany would be proud
indeed. They also were concerned with homeland security.
K.