The European Parliament has approved a major overhaul of telecoms law across Europe.The package includes a provision for "internet freedom" - the first time it has been referred to in law as fundamental right says the EU.Member states have until May 24 2011 to include the legislation in their own rules.It comes amid controversial laws being introduced in France and the UK to cut off persistent illegal downloaders.Protecting internet access and users' rights was a high priority for MEPs hammering out the Telecoms Package.Many critics say the eventual compromise solution is too weak and will not prevent disconnections.Other measures in the telecoms package include an aim to harmonise the way mobile broadband is rolled out across the EU, which would help in the push to achieve 100% broadband coverage in Europe by 2013.
- News source: bbc
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