Well, yes and no. The Govt does it under specific rules (that I'm sure they break at times) and with guidelines. RIPA covers a lot of what they do. The NOTW did it in breach of all the laws, ergo they did it illegally.
But, y'know, do as I say not as I do is a well worn Govt principle.
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Date: 2011-Jul-11, Monday 21:07 (UTC)But, y'know, do as I say not as I do is a well worn Govt principle.