Data protection
Data protection is about protecting personal information from improper use.
The Data Protection Act 1998 gives legal rights to living individuals (data subjects) in respect of personal data held about them.
The Act gives effect in UK law to EC Directive 95/46/EC (the 'Directive').
A copy of the Data Protection Act 1998 can be view at the Office of Public Sector Information's website:
- http://www.opsi.gov.uk/acts/acts1998/19980029.htm (External link).
The Data Protection Act 1998 is designed to cover the collecting, storing, processing and distribution of personal data. It gives rights to individuals about whom information is recorded. This applies to all individuals whether they are an employee, elected member or a member of the public.
See these pages for related information:
- About Data Protection
- The Right to See Your Own Information
- Request Information
- Planning Records - Data Protection Act
- Data Protection Policies
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