I was very disappointed that the Digital Economy Bill was pushed through Parliament at the last minute thanks to a coalition of the Labour and Tory parties, who completely ignored the Lib Dems warnings about the dangers of not properly consulting on many of the plans.
There were a number of elements in the Bill that were important to get through, but others were far too rushed, too controversial and didn’t have the opportunity for proper public debate and consultation. The Lib Dems voted against the Bill at the Third Reading and have consistently opposed the Labour and Conservative web-blocking amendment in both the Commons and the Lords.
I completely understand the general reaction of the public. I have had a huge number of e-mails on this issue, all very angry at the Government’s decision to push through the Bill with very little debate and without proper votes.
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