Jul 16, 1998 · An Act to make new provision for the regulation of the processing of information relating to individuals, including the obtaining, holding, use or disclosure of such information.

The Data Protection Act 1998 (c. 29) (DPA) was an Act of Parliament of the United Kingdom designed to protect personal data stored on computers or in organized paper filing systems.

Data protection legislation controls how your personal information is used by organisations, including businesses and government departments. In the UK, data protection is governed by the...

The Data Protection Act 1998 was an act of Parliament designed to protect personal data stored on computers or in organised paper filing systems. It enacted the EU Data Protection Directive, 1995’s …

In the 1990s, with more and more organisations using digital technology to store and process personal information, there was a danger this information could be misused. The Data Protection...

Apr 12, 2021 · What is the Data Protection Act 1998? Although data protection regulations have been updated, businesses may still find themselves sanctioned under the Data Protection Act 1998. When …

Jun 1, 2007 · The Data Protection Act 1998 ('the Act') regulates how and when information relating to individuals may be obtained, used and disclosed. The Act also allows individuals access to personal …

In the UK the principles of data protection, the responsibilities of data controllers, and the rights of data subjects are now governed by the Data Protection Act 1998, which came into force on 1 March 2000.

Oct 29, 2024 · In this rapidly evolving digital landscape, the Data Protection Act 1998 provided a robust legal framework aimed at ensuring responsible data handling practices. It established key principles, …

Data Protection Act 1998 is up to date with all changes known to be in force on or before 05 May 2024. There are changes that may be brought into force at a future date.