Legal requirements for web publishers

There is not necessarily a legal difference between disseminating information via the web and on paper, but the web may well reach a wider range of people thus material must be checked and considered carefully before publication.

Detailed guidance on legal matters is not practicable here. However, Web Publishers must:

1. Comply with the terms of relevant legislation listed below, and obtain advice if necessary.
   • Computer Misuse Act
   • Copyright Designs and Patents Act
   • Criminal Justice and Public Order Act
   • Data Protection Act
   • Disablility Discrimination Act
   • Equal Opportunities Act
   • Obscene Publications Act
   • Official Secrets Act
   • Protection of Children Act
   • Race Relations Act
   • Telecommunications Act
   • Libel laws
2. Remove or request removal of any material that is known to be illegal.