A3: 4 - The Data Protection Act 1998

Question 1

When did The Data Protection Act 1998 come into force?

Answer 1

came into force in March 2000

Question 2

What does The Data Protection Act 1998 set out?

Answer 2

sets out the rules governing processing and use of personal information within the sector

Question 3

What form of information does The Data Protection Act 1998 cover?

Answer 3

the act covers information that is stored electronically and most paper based information

Question 4

What is it against the law to have photographs of?

Answer 4

it is against the law to have photographs of service users without their permission

Question 5

What must data be / not be?

Answer 5

data must:
- be kept accurate and up to date
- be kept safe and secure
- be collected and used honestly and fairly
- be used only for the reasons that it has been given
- be sufficient to meet the needs of the organisation
- not be passed onto other organisations without permission
- not be kept longer than is necessary