Uh, the cookie directive isn't being ignored. In the UK, for example, the directive was implemented on 26 May 2011, but website owners were granted a 12 month

Uh, the cookie directive isn't being ignored. In the UK, for example, the directive was implemented on 26 May 2011, but website owners were granted a 12 month grace period to 'get their house in order'. From 26 May 2012 site owners will face penalties for non-compliance.