U2 manager calls for reform to combat illegal downloads

U2 MANAGER Paul McGuinness warned Ireland has an extremely badreputation for protecting artists’ works after a judge exposed inadequate lawsto combat illegal downloads.

The pop music mogul called on the Government to urgently reform rules oninternet piracy, making it an offence to share files and access songs, films andgames online for free.

Mr McGuinness called on the Government to do its job and create the legal basisto punish internet piracy.