I think there is a distinct possibility that quite a few phones are tapped around here Marek...but am saying no more!!
You could be right Howard I cant see a little phone hacking stemming his march towards megolomanic global press control. However it looks like the initial offer of compensation is being rejected as the celebs concerned need a bit more time in the sun, a bit more limelight, so court cases are sure to follow.
I believe Councils have the right to authorise phone tapping.