Is the battle now lost?
From Digital Economy Act Info
Not quite. Below are a number of ways you can still help bring about change.
Also consider that even though the bill was passed, the campaigning people did brought about numerous improvements to it. The controversial clause 43 was removed altogether and many other clauses, whilst still flawed, were significantly improved.
The blog PoliceState.co.uk has written a guide to what activists can do based of the advice given at the Open Right Group OrgCon 2010.
The "super affirmative action"
According to the the bill no 'technical measures' (i.e. disconnecting people) may be taken for 12 months after the bill became law and only then can be done so after a period of analysis and consultation. The measure will be dependent on a parliamentary vote [1].
So whilst the bill is now law, there is still time lobby your MP to impact the measures taken. There is a public consultation period in which you can get involved. COADEC seem to be heading the campaign to ensure the voices of those who are likely to be impacted by the bill are heard.
The ISP AAISP has drafted a proposed code of practice for ISP when handling copyright notices which it has presented to Ofcom. [2]
Informing other people
The aim of this site it to inform people about the Act and its impact. The best thing you can do to help is add to it.
If you're interested in the points this site raises, we suggest you go and join the Open Rights Group.
