A panel of panel of digital experts, including UK Music chief executive Feargal Sharkey, shadow minister for culture Ed Vaizey and FAC acting chief Jeremy Silver, had been due to take part in an online discussion about the key issues raised by the legislation.

However as the debate, organized by The Telegraph and Virgin Media, neared it seems someone took exception to Silver's involvement and his invitation was rescinded.

A spokesman for Virgin Media says she is not aware of ...