Day: 15 April 2019

The white paper on online harms is a global first. It has never been more needed – The Guardian

Posted April 15th, 2019 in duty of care, freedom of expression, internet, news, parliamentary papers, privacy, reports by michael

‘The tech industry may rail against the DCMS’s document but it’s high time they were brought to book.’

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The Guardian, 14th April 2019

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More universities are teaching lawtech – but is it just a gimmick? – The Guardian

Posted April 15th, 2019 in artificial intelligence, legal education, legal services, news, universities by michael

‘Eager to be ahead of the curve, universities have started to offer specialist modules. Should lawyers believe the hype?’

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The Guardian, 12th April 2019

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Fraud surgeon who claimed break-in at Luton home keeps items

Posted April 15th, 2019 in evidence, fraud, news, proceeds of crime, search & seizure by michael

‘Thousands of pounds worth of antiques that a hospital surgeon claimed had been stolen from him are still “under his control”, despite him being jailed.’

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BBC News, 13th April 2019

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‘That’s legal tender, pal’: bill aims to force shops to take Scottish notes – The Guardian

Posted April 15th, 2019 in coinage, news, Scotland by michael

‘Lib Dem MP lodges bill in same week Judy Murray has Scottish note rejected in London cafe.’

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The Guardian, 12th April 2019

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Bounty pregnancy club fined £400,000 over data handling – BBC News

Posted April 15th, 2019 in data protection, fines, news, pregnancy by michael

‘The fine was issued by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) in what it said was an “unprecedented” case.’

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BBC News, 12th April 2019

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