The Data Protection Commission (DPC) examined a case where restrictions were imposed by An Garda Síochána to access on the basis of Sections 91(7) and (8) of the Data Protection Act 2018.

The matter related to an individual seeking copies of allegations of abuse made against him with regard to the welfare of his parents . Having examined this matter, it was clear to the DPC that releasing the information would entail the release of third-party data and would reveal the identity of the person making the allegations . The DPC was satisfied on review that the information sought was provided in the strictest of confidence and considered the provisions of Section 91(9)(a) also applied .