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A recent survey claims to have found that only 19% of employers know the Data Protection Act 1998 applies during the recruitment process. So what could happen to those who aren’t getting this area
right?
Published 01.12.2009
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is investigating the London Clinic following claims that its staff attempted to access the Princess of Wales’ medical records. What are the legal issues
here?
Published 08.04.2024
Currently, you have 40 days to respond to a subject access request (SAR) and can charge a £10 fee. What will happen when the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into force in May 2018?
Published 17.11.2017
Each employer is legally obliged to keep a clear personnel record on everyone it employs. But for how long must these details be retained and do you always have to keep them as paper files?
Published 21.09.2011
Let’s suppose an unsuccessful job applicant has demanded to know all about the person you’ve hired for the role - they want to see how the two of them “compare on paper”. Are they legally entitled to
this information?
Published 01.06.2012
If you want some background information on a potential job candidate, Facebook can be a very revealing source. But according to some legal experts, this type of online search could breach data
protection laws. Is this right?
Published 22.09.2010
Under the Data Protection Act 1998 there are two types of data - “personal data” and “sensitive personal data”. What’s the difference between the two and how can you be sure that you’re handling each
type correctly?
Published 02.09.2015
When an employee is off sick other members of staff are naturally inclined to ask after their wellbeing. They might even need to know when they’re due back. But could disclosing any such details land
you in hot water?
Published 28.09.2009
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