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We are grateful for that, because MEPs have shown they really understand the needs of artists and musicians in the digital age. This is an important step, and it is a great signal of support from the Parliament."</p> <p> Background: The European parliament on February 10 adopted amendments to the proposed EU Copyright Directive. The amendments were the result of the work of three Committees of the parliament, including the lead Legal Affairs Committee.</p> <p> The Directive was proposed by the European Commission in December 1997. Following its first reading by the European Parliament it will be considered by the 15 governments of the EU in the Council of Ministers.</p> <p> <b> For further information contact:<br /> Hanne Thorboll: 00 322 511 9208<br /> Adrian Strain: 44 171 878 7939 </b> </p> </div> </div> <center> <p style="color:#fff;margin-bottom:20px;">Copyright ©2008 GrayZone, Inc. 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