Digital Economy Bill receives Royal Assent

28 Apr 2017 11:22 AM

The Digital Economy Bill 2016-17 has received Royal Assent

The Bill introduces measures to modernise the UK for enterprise. The measures have been designed to:

Minister of State for Digital and Culture, Matt Hancock said:

I’m delighted the Digital Economy Act has become law. This legislation will help build a more connected and stronger economy. The Act will enable major improvements in broadband rollout, better support for consumers, better protection for children on the Internet, and further transformation of government services.

The Act includes includes provisions which will:

During the passage of the Bill through Parliament, a series of useful provisions have been added, including;

Related information:  http://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2016/december/lords-debates-digital-economy-bill/