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Online identity scheme providers selected to design new DWP framework for verifying claims by benefits seekers

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced that it has selected seven organisations to design a new online framework through which the identity of registered individuals can be authenticated. 14 Nov 2012

New Single Market Act will break down unnecessary barriers to trade, says UK

The European Commission has published 12 proposals that it said would further integrate national economies into a single EU market. This will help to integrate vital infrastructure and make it easier for businesses to operate across borders, the Commission... 04 Oct 2012

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ISPs' copyright obligations under treaty could infringe individuals' rights, claim groups

Internet service providers (ISPs) will face an increased risk of infringing copyright laws and could infringe users' rights under a new international trade treaty being negotiated, campaigners have claimed. 30 Aug 2012

ACTA rejected by European Parliament

European Union countries will not sign up to a controversial international anti-piracy treaty after members of the the European Parliament (MEPs) voted overwhelmingly against approving  it. The Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement (ACTA) was rejected by... 05 Jul 2012

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