BufferThe UK Government has made 1,166 requests for information about its citizens from Google in the last six months, the internet search giant has revealed. It came third out of almost 100 countries where Google operates, placing it behind only … Continue reading
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UK politicians failing to connect with voters online says survey
BufferPolitical parties’ efforts to use the internet as an effective campaigning tool are failing, according to a new survey. The National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts (Nesta) found discrepancies between what voters want and what they get from … Continue reading
British MPs call plans to fund high-speed broadband provision unfair
BufferBritish Government plans for a tax on fixed telephone lines to pay for the infrastructure to increase broadband speeds in areas with poor access is unfair and unwise, according to a committee of UK Members of Parliament. The Business Innovation … Continue reading
Online petition to oust IE6
BufferAn online petition is calling for the UK government to move away from Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 6 in favour of a more up to date web browser. Microsoft’s browser has come under increasing pressure during recent weeks, following reports that … Continue reading
