LEGAL OBLIGATIONS Flashcards
Explain 3 different ways that the UK Data Protection Act 1998 provides protection for individuals.
Personal data held by an organisation about an individual should be accurate and up to date.
Individuals have the right to get incorrect information corrected.
Individuals has right to know what personal data is held about them, and the right to access personal data held about them by an organisation.
A fee may be charged to access the personal data.
Personal data held by an organisation should be relevant for the purpose for which it is held and not be held longer than necessary.
Explain the role of the UK Office of the Information Commissioner with regard to the UK Data Protection Act 1998.
provides guidance and advice regarding the UK Data Protection Act to individuals and organisations.
has enforcement powers regarding misuse of personal data by organisations that includes investigating suspected breeches of data protection law, applying financial penalties and bringing criminal prosecutions
without going through the CPS.
