A recent study published by the EC should make interesting reading for SCL members with an interest in this area. Review recent publications by the EC in this area….
Read More… from Electronic Communications Framework: Recent Publications
Internet Defamation: Two Recent Cases
Richard Morgan reviews Bunt v Tilley and Al Amoudi v Brisard…
Software Patents: Everybody’s Losing
It is beyond dispute that software is one of the most valuable assets in our society. So, asks Colin Hulme, why are we incapable of drafting laws to protect it adequately?…
August / September 2006 Online Course
The course for the August/September issue of the magazine (Course code HW/SFCL34 – 1 hour)…
Public Sector: Private Challenge
SCL’s 2006 Conference, supported by Intellect, is to be held on 24 and 25 November in Oxford. It will deal with the critical legal issues of public sector IT procurement, regulation and management….
Finding Your Way Round the New SCL Web Site
The new SCL website is now live. Here is a quick summary of some of the new features available to members on the site….
The SLD Public Pilot
Laurence Eastham reports on his brief acquaintance with the legendary Statute Law Database, which carries all UK legislation in officially updated form….
Defamation and the Internet
Sparked by the recent Mumsnet dispute, Nick Armstrong looks at Internet libel from the perspective of a practising libel specialist….
Staff Computer and E-mail Policies
Jeremy Holt takes a realistic look at staff policies on Internet and e-mail use and the like. He also offers a specimen computer and e-mail use policy….
The Scottish Court Technology Forum
Paul Motion recounts recent developments in Scotland which have led to the establishment of the Court Technology Forum….