Data Protection Act 1998

Data Protection Act 1998

1. controls how your personal information is used by organisations, businesses or the government.

   • More sensitive information
     • political opinions
     • religious beliefs
     • ethnic background
     • health
     • sexual health
     • criminal records

2. gives you the right to find out what information the government and other organisations stores about you

   • If your information has been misused by the business you can seek advice from Information Commissioner's Office
     • Information Commissioner Office (ICO)
       • non-department public body which reports directly to parliament and is sponsored by the Ministry of Justice
       • independent regulatory office dealing with Data Protection Act 1998
       • upholds information rights in the public interest, promoting openness by public bodies and data privacy for individuals.