http://arstechnica.co.uk/tech-policy/2016/04/uk-file-sharing-10-years-jail-time/

That graph at the top of the article should say all you need to know. Almost all consultants approached by the government are opposed, but MUH BUSINESS of course are in favour. Lo and behold, the authoritarian tech-illiterate anus bleachers who run the country want to introduce a TEN YEAR SENTENCE for file sharing.

For comparison, the sentence range for rape is 4-8 years. http://www.cps.gov.uk/legal/s_to_u/sentencing_manual/s1_rape/ (Type/nature of activity: Single offence of rape by single offender)

The government has forgotten what the purpose of prison is. It's to isolate people who pose a risk to other people or society. Apparently, piracy falls under that category.

Thanks, Cameron.

Thanks, Cameron.

The British version of "Thanks, Obama", lol.

10 years is just ridiculous.

This is such a fucking joke

You got to be shitting me ? Fucken great then. I think he was high when he decided to do this.