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Ignorance No defence to Copyright Infringement

Even if a person genuinely thought they had permission but in fact there was no permission, an infringement has occurred.

(Posted on 27/01/2012)

School Grossly Negligent in Safeguarding Learners
A serious case review found that a school had failed ‘on every level’ to prevent sexual abuse of pupils by a teacher. (Posted on 27/01/2012)

Proposed New Rules on Data Protection Unveiled

The new proposals aim to update and harmonise the current EU data protection regime including strengthening individuals’ rights.

(Posted on 26/01/2012)

Internet Search Juror Jailed
A juror who researched a defendant's history on the internet and forwarded details of what she found to fellow members was sentenced to a six month prison term. (Posted on 24/01/2012)

Digitally Manipulated Photograph is Copyright Protected
A digitally altered image was deemed ‘sufficiently original’ where it was a product of deliberate choice and manipulation, expressing skill and labour. (Posted on 23/01/2012)

Staff Beware Befriending Students on Facebook
The increased use of Twitter, Facebook and email within institutions has led to a rise in unacceptable professional conduct. (Posted on 23/01/2012)

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Law, ICT and Independent Specialist Colleges (12/01/12)
This guidance is intended for staff in independent specialist colleges that provide further education or training for learners with varying learning needs due to disability issues.

Recording Lectures and the Law Top Tips (22/12/2011)
These top tips serve as a quick reminder of the main areas to be addressed and sources of help available when recording lectures.

Cookies - Six Months Until Enforcement (25/11/2011)
The law has changed that applies to how cookies are used by websites.

Personal Data and Consent Management: A Briefing Paper (16/11/2011)

This guidance is designed to help institutions deal with consent management when sharing personal data across and between institutions and external service providers.

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