The draft inception impact assessment and the draft terms of reference for the evaluation and impact assessment were discussed. In june 2009 the uk government published the, digital britain white paper, entitled digital britain. The digital economy bill introduces measures to modernise our climate for enterprise, ensuring that britain remains at the forefront of the global 21st. Part 3 of the digital economy act introduces the requirement for commercial providers of online pornography to have robust age verification controls in place to prevent children and young people under 18 from accessing pornographic material. Last month, the uk moved forward with the latest version of its ridiculous digital economy bill which will put in place mandatory porn filtering at the isp level requiring service providers to. The digital economy bill introduces measures to modernise our climate for enterprise, ensuring that britain remains at the forefront of the global 21st century economy. Both have impacts at global, national and local levels. Impact of broadband on the economy v preface the past twenty years has been an extraordinary time for the development of information and communication technologies icts and with the mobile miracle we have brought the benefits of icts. The uks digital economy act 2010 contains measures to enforce. Bill documents digital economy act 2017 uk parliament. Blockchain initiatives dedicated toward social impact are still in the early days 34% were started in 2017 or later, and 74% are still in the pilot or idea stage. Icts and the internet are widely seen as opportunities to bypass historic development constraints.
Its about using the latest technology to do what you already do but better. The article includes some updates but was written before the outcome of the appeal on. Part 5 of the digital economy bill concerns sharing information between public authorities. Since the digital economy act 2010 the act was rushed through parliament last year, it has attracted a large amount of criticism and commentary. It was introduced to prevent software piracy and to give ofcom extra power to combat piracy. The cases also highlight fundamental legal issues and current debates in international investment law, such as the. This pdf does not include any changes made by correction slips. Green economy, green growth, and lowcarbon development. July 2010 the digital economy act 2010 implications for uk colleges and universities please note. Specifically, we set out the general effect of the provisions of the draft online. Pdf the proportionality of the uk digital economy act 2010 which aims to curtail illegal. A european strategy for data european commission europa eu. This a summary of the investigative research, included in the full report to innovation and business skills australia on the likely impact of the digital economy and the national broadband network. Impact of tax administration on government revenue in a.
However, 28% of all internet users still access unlicensed sites that contain ed music every month. The money would have to come from the bbcs budget that goes to pay for programmes and services. The controversial piracy law, the digital economy act, has again. The digital economy act 2017 is an act of the parliament of the united kingdom. Get in on the act digital economy act 2017 background the digital economy act 2017 the act makes. Were still in the early days of blockchain for good, but impact is close. Text of the digital economy act 2010 as in force today including any amendments within the united kingdom, from legislation.
There is either a business opportunity that we want to exploit or we want to increase our net gains by improving the efficiency and effectiveness of our operation. Fixed penalties under wireless telegraphy act 2006 23. At the current time any known changes or effects made by subsequent legislation have been applied to the text of the legislation you are viewing by the editorial team. As the inquiry was initiated under section 95h1 of the competition and consumer act 2010, the accc also has the power to compulsorily obtain information during the course of the inquiry. This impact assessment is only available to download and view as pdf.
Positive with reservations a context taxation of the digital economy is part of the eus fair taxation agenda. There are currently no known outstanding effects for the digital economy act 2010. The importance of the business impact assessment in the. Pros and cons of the digital future digital economy act. Digital economy acts antipiracy measures are delayed. In carrying out a discussion and analysis of these sections. Restriction on public or private project without prior consideration of the environmental impact. The act addresses policy issues related to electronic communications infrastructure and services, and updates the. For other versions of these explanatory notes, see more resources. Following agreement by both houses on the text of the bill it received royal assent on 8 april. This guidance is for information only and is not intended to replace legal advice when faced with a risk decision. At its core, digital transformation isnt about internet unicorns.
This is the original pdf of the as enacted version that was used to publish the official printed copy. Revised legislation carried on this site may not be fully up to date. Goals and objectives of environmental impact assessment. These findings are important due to the technological shift that schools are currently facing. Bill documents digital economy act 2017 act of parliament. Copyright infringement online the case of the digital. Digital economy act 2017 local government association. The digital economy acts burden on internet service providers. Digital economy act online copyright infringement appeals process. Digital economy act simple english wikipedia, the free. This bill will enable access to fast digital services, facilitate investment in better and more widespread digital infrastructure, create new protections for children and.
It follows proposals about digital media set out in the digital britain white paper published by the government in june 2009. Pivotal to the content of the secondary legislation is ofcoms assessment as to whether it is actually feasible for. Online infringement of copyright and the digital economy act 2010. Protection from extremist radio content impact assessment.
The uk parliament then gave the bbc the responsibility under the digital economy act 2017 to decide on the future of that concession from june 2020. Music industry attacks delays on piracy law bbc news. It is substantially different from, and shorter than, the digital economy act 2010, whose provisions largely ended up not being passed into law. Ofcoms interim statement and notice of a proposal to make an order, which includes a. This article by francis davey was written to accompany his talk at scls 6th annual policy forum held in september 2011. The controversial digital economy bill may have had a few parts stripped out, it may even be a damp squib. The world as we know it is continually changing, and one of the fundamental drivers is digital transformation. Opportunities for low carbon investment in tanzania. The act establishes a regulatory system, underpinned by civil sanctions. Digital economy act 2010 impact assessments impact assessment. International investment law and sustainable development. It would function as an alternative to taking people to court, and in effect an. The impact of taxation on the digital economy global.
This paper argues that the digital economy act dea 2010, already much. Introduction and the initial obligations code technical measures to limit internet access subscriber appeals webblocking summary other provisions so far, this guide has focussed on the provisions within the. Full text of the act of parliament as passed by parliament this is the act in its original state. The digital economy act 2010 is a law passed by the british government. Environmental impact assessment act arrangement of sections part i general principles of environmental impact assessment section 1. The global economy is undergoing a digital transformation as well, and its. It is a broad suite of legislation aimed at bringing britain into the digital age. The digital economy act 2010 legislation to fit britain for the digital age, or the oppressive tool of capitalist lickspittles. This act replicates in significant part changes brought in by the 2010. This is the final version of the impact assessment. To be the most digital nation in the world a place where technology transforms the economy, society and government.
Towards a new paradigm 5 sustainable development is widely seen as a challenge that must be met. Online infringement of copyright and the digital economy. The importance of the business impact assessment in the digital economy. Impact of tax administration on government revenue in a developing economy. Britains digital economy act 2017 became law monday, replacing a. Digital economy act 2010 2010 chapter 24 an act to make provision about the functions of the office of communications. From june 2020, any concession would be funded by the bbc, not by the government. But, 55% of socialgood blockchain initiatives are estimated to impact their beneficiaries by early 2019. Digital economy bill explanatory notes what these notes do. Impact assessment fair taxation of digital economy version of 24 january 2018 overall opinion. Further information about the progress of the bill can be found on the department of business, innovation and skills digital economy bill page. The act may have been amended by another act and any such amendments are not shown in this version. If the eu is to acquire a leading role in the data economy, it has to act now.
Consistent with the approach taken with other accc inquiries, we use our compulsory powers to form a more complete understanding of the industries we analyse. All reference to parts and sections are from the digital economy act 2010. Footnote 5 in sweden, a proposal for a national systemfokusthat includes assessment of impact, is currently under discussion, footnote 6. Corporate taxation aims to tax profits where the value is created, but the current international tax framework. The gsr discussion paper by professor raul katz of the columbia institute for teleinformation examines the impact of taxation on consumption, investment and the different players in the digital economy users, telecom operators, internet service providers isps and overthetop ott players. The duty is contained in section 149 of the equality act 2010. Pdf impact of the digital economy and the national. July 2010 the digital economy act 2010 implications for. In accordance with our duties under the equality act 2010, we have considered the impact of the proposals on individuals sharing protected characteristics in order to give.