Definition of Data

“data” means information that is being processed by means of equipment operating automatically in response to instructions given for that purpose; is recorded with the intention that it should be processed by means of such equipment; is recorded as part of a relevant filing system or with the intention that it should form part of a relevant filing system.

Main Focus of Document

Personal data protection

Target Beneficiaries or Sector

consumers, vendors, public sector

Key Elements

1. regulates the collection, keeping, processing, use and dissemination of personal data;
2. protects the privacy of individuals in relation to their personal data; and
3. provides for matters related to (a) and (b).

Provides for:
- Right of access
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure
- Right to restriction of processing
- Notification regarding rectification or erasure of personal data or restriction of processing of personal data
- Right to data portability
- Right to prevent processing likely to cause damage or distress
- Right to prevent processing for purposes of direct marketing
- Automated individual decision-making, including profiling
- Information to be provided where personal data is collected from the data subject
- Information to be provided where personal data has not been obtained from the data subject
- Transparent information, communication and modalities for the exercise of the rights of the data subject

Policy/Regulation Mirrors

Data Protection Acts