In a recent software audit of 2,500 PCs at a UK financial institution FAST discovered over 5,800 illegal digital music files.
Most of these files were illegally downloaded by people in the IT department - those normally tasked with combating the problem.

The Legal Affairs team was created as a direct response to the increasing levels of software piracy in the United Kingdom.

Its primary responsibility is to investigate breaches of criminal copyright and trademark law. It is staffed by experienced investigators who are able to give legal guidance to member companies and consumers; gather technical evidence for presentation in Court; and support Police, Trading Standards or Customs & Excise operations.

The Legal Affairs Team may be contacted on 01628 760351 or by email to info@fast.org

FAST Mediation Panel

A panel of experienced mediators with knowledge of the IT Industry have agreed to provide Members with an economical and speedy means of attempting to resolve disputes with other members or third parties.

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