Ofcom has published the draft Code of Practice for the Online Infringement of Copyright, and is now seeking views from external parties as part of its consultation over the code’s content.
Ofcom was tasked with drawing up the code, which is expected to come into force at the start of 2011, after the Digital Economy Act was passed earlier this year. The code addresses provisions made in the Act regarding illegal file-sharing, which stated that internet users from the UK who illegally download films, music and TV programmes will have their details collected by internet service providers, and receive warning letters ordering them to cease. Any individual who receives three letters within the space of a year will have their details passed on to the owner of the copyrighted material they are accused of downloading, and may face legal action.
The move has received support from rights holders and creative groups but met with criticism from some ISPs and consumer groups.
To read more about the OFCOM Code of Practice click here and here. For more information about the Digital Economy Act, click here.
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