Business networking group LinkedIn has just been taken to court in the US over allegations it has been hacking into users’ email address books to send spam marketing emails, but in the UK, other problems caused by using the site have also been in the news.
DNA Ruling In Police Force’s Favour
Police forces waiting for a landmark ruling on whether taking DNA samples from prisoners who pre-date routine collection can breathe a sigh of relief today (September 24) after a Judicial Review ruled against an ex-prisoner’s challenge that the practice infringed his human rights.
Zero-Hours Legislation Proposed
Business Secretary Vince Cable announced earlier this week that legislation could be introduced before the end of this Parliament to tackle the exploitation of workers on zero hours contracts.
Lib Dems Vote Against Legal Aid Cuts
Delegates at the Liberal Democrat party conference in Glasgow have voted to oppose further cuts to legal aid until it can be proved that there will be no adverse effect upon access to justice.
Benefits Cheats Could Get 10 Years
People found guilty of social security and tax credit fraud could get jail terms of up to 10 years, says the Director of Public Prosecutions, Keir Starmer QC, as part of his department’s new “tough stance” on those who flout the system.