3 ms·Disgusting. Can the UK still be considered a democracy if the state has this access to private communication?by Gud 3y agoDisgusting. Can the UK still be considered a democracy if the state has this access to private communication?nairboon 3y agoWas it ever? Last time I checked, it is still a monarchy.vaylian 3y agoTechnically yes. The question should rather be: Can the UK be considered a state that respects basic human rights.