http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20081020-your-privacy-is-an-illusion-uk-attacks-civil-liberties.html
"In the decision, the Court stated that although there was a right to not self-incriminate, this was not absolute, and that the "public interest" can supersede this right in some circumstances." The later caveat that the decryption key is neutral is pathetic. "Moving swiftly on, the British government has outlined a number of options it is considering legislating next year. Chief among these is the creation of an immense database containing information about every phone call and Internet connection made within the UK." "The plan is to demand that anyone buying a phone will have to show their passport." In which case, the terrorists will steal a passport. Or fake one. Or steal a phone. Again, the only inconvenience is to you Joe Plumber.
