DrewWilson
November 25th, 2008, 09:20 PM
A video message [allegedly] on behalf of 38,000 UK musicians has been sent to Gordon Brown urging him to back an extension of their copyright protection.
The [BPI], many of whom have worked with major artists, say they risk losing their income under current laws.
Performers' copyright runs out after 50 years but for composers and authors it extends for 70 years after their death.
The European Commission is backing an extension to 95 years from release, but the UK government is not supportive.
More... (http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7749416.stm)
I've made a few corrections to the article. :)
Extend copyright? 95 years? Screw off!
The [BPI], many of whom have worked with major artists, say they risk losing their income under current laws.
Performers' copyright runs out after 50 years but for composers and authors it extends for 70 years after their death.
The European Commission is backing an extension to 95 years from release, but the UK government is not supportive.
More... (http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7749416.stm)
I've made a few corrections to the article. :)
Extend copyright? 95 years? Screw off!