Government Proceeds with Internet Snooping Plan

Government Proceeds with Internet Snooping Plan

The government is proceeding with plans to compel IT service providers to retain electronic data beyond that required for commercial purposes, and make it available to the IT security services, police and other public authorities, despite substantial opposition.
The Home Office admitted a tiny majority — just 53 per cent — of those consulted back the approach and a large minority — 38 per cent — are opposed to any enhancement of surveillance powers. The plan will see CSPs retaining details of all internet activity, emails, phone calls, texts and other electronic communications – but not their content..