Report: Free researchers from copyright shackles

A new government-commissioned review of UK copyright laws is recommending major changes that would have not only a major impact on the music and film industry, but also on scientific research.

The 132-page Digital Opportunity report, written by a committee headed by Ian Hargreaves, professor of digital economy at Cardiff University, says that the UK is still operating under archaic copyright laws, while other nations are adapting to the digital age. The report estimates the UK economy would be boosted by £5.5 billion to £7.9 billion a year if its recommendations were adopted. More...

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