Teens sharing music files could be criminalised by Digital Britain report

Nigel Harper, 16 June 2009

Teenagers who share music files could be criminalised under plans for a new 'Rights Agency' to target internet pirates to be unveiled in the landmark Digital Britain report.

The white paper to be launched by Ben Bradshaw, the Culture Secretary, will map out the future of the country's creative and communications industries, which contribute £52 billion to the UK.

It is expected to include legislation to force internet service providers (ISPs) to help prosecute people illegally copying and sharing music and films over the internet.

Source: Telegraph.co.uk