One person from the government, an anonymity to discuss a live policy issue, said the government will take its time. They stressed that the consultation had been an important element in the formulation of the policy, rather than a Fait accompliAdding: “There is a danger that we are wrong.”
A second person from the government denied suggestions that a rise was in preparation, but said that new commitments with industry will now follow what is a “very difficult technical problem”. They added: “We have always said that we had to see real progress in technical solutions before implementing possible changes. This is something on which we were consistent.”
A third person in the government insisted that the solutions were achievable and “we do not want to kick in long herbs”.
But the industry lobbyists involved in discussions played in the chances of a breakthrough given the distance between the creative and technological sectors on this issue and the ferocity of lobbying to date. A lobbyist involved in discussions said that the two parties “dig their heels” and are more distant than when the consultation has started.
A DSIT spokesperson told Politico: “No final decision has been made. We carefully consider consultation responses and continue to engage with technological companies, creative industries and parliament to inform our approach. ”
“We have always been clear that no modification will be made until we are absolutely convinced that we have a practical plan that achieves each of our objectives,” they added.
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