Data Protection Archive
Almost all EU-based organisations are affected by the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), from sole traders to multinationals. But even though the GDPR unifies data protection rules across Europe, not all businesses will face the same problems. We’ve covered many of the issues you’re likely to face, but this …
Since the Regulation took effect last year, there has been a huge increase in the number of individuals submitting DSARs (data subject access requests). Clearly, people are interested in the way their personal data is being used and want to make sure organisations are using it …
European organisations with ties to the UK are particularly concerned about the ramifications of the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). With the UK’s EU status up in the air, organisations must navigate their relationships carefully or face the prospect of strong penalties. In this blog, we explain exactly what’s …
A landmark ruling by the ECJ (European Court of Justice) says that Google does not have to apply the 'right to be forgotten’ globally.
Poland’s Personal Data Protection Office (UODO) this week imposed a PLN 2.8 million (€645,000) fine on online retailer Morele.net for “insufficient organisational and technical safeguards”.
If your organisation is subject to the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), you must create and distribute a privacy notice. This document ensures that individuals are aware of the way their personal data is processed, helping them understand what data is being collected, why and how it’s being used, and how …
Documenting your GDPR compliance can be tough, but a little guidance and access to documentation templates can make things much easier. The documentation process is one of the most important parts of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) compliance. What you write dictates the way you …
Ireland’s DPC (Data Protection Commission) released the findings of its investigation into the controversial PSC (Public Services Card).
With the UK once again on the precipice of Brexit, organisations across Ireland remain shackled by uncertainty. There is still no clear picture on what Brexit will look like, and fundamental issues, like whether the UK will strike a formal agreement with the EU before it leaves, are …
In our final blog, GDPR – One Year On, Alice Turley examines the impact of the GDPR maintaining compliance with the Regulation, and the effect of Brexit on the Regulation.
