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UK: Families face having their internet cut off after laws to curb ‘piracy’ are upheld in court

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Families face having their internet cut off after laws to curb ‘piracy’ are upheld in court

By Sean Poulter

Last updated at 6:09 PM on 6th March 2012

 

Families who illegally download movies, music or books will appear on a blacklist and might – in future – have their internet services cut off.

The tough new regime, which is included in the Digital Economy Act, was upheld by the Court of Appeal  today after judges threw out a legal challenge.

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