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− | The '''Data Protection Act (DPA)''' is | + | The [http://www.opsi.gov.uk/acts/acts1998/19980029.htm '''Data Protection Act (DPA)'''] gives you the right to know what information is held about you, and sets out rules to make sure that this information is handled properly. |
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+ | '''The basics''' | ||
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+ | The Data Protection Act requires anyone who handles personal information to comply with a number of important principles. It also gives individuals rights over their personal information. | ||
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+ | '''Your rights''' | ||
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+ | Individuals have a wide range of rights under the Data Protection Act, including access, compensation and the prevention of processing. | ||
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+ | Full details can be found at The Information Commisioners Office [http://www.ico.gov.uk/what_we_cover/data_protection.aspx here] | ||
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==Related Articles== | ==Related Articles== | ||
[[Civil Procedure Rules]] | [[Subject Access Request]] | [[Data Controller]] | [[Data Subject]] | [[Civil Procedure Rules]] | [[Subject Access Request]] | [[Data Controller]] | [[Data Subject]] |
Revision as of 12:45, 30 June 2007
Data Protection Act
The Data Protection Act (DPA) gives you the right to know what information is held about you, and sets out rules to make sure that this information is handled properly.
The basics
The Data Protection Act requires anyone who handles personal information to comply with a number of important principles. It also gives individuals rights over their personal information.
Your rights
Individuals have a wide range of rights under the Data Protection Act, including access, compensation and the prevention of processing.
Full details can be found at The Information Commisioners Office here
Related Articles
Civil Procedure Rules | Subject Access Request | Data Controller | Data Subject