Data Protection Commission publishes 2023 Annual Report
29th May 2024
The Data Protection Commission has today launched its Annual Report for 2023.
Highlights of the 2023 Annual report include:
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DPC launch inquiry into the HSE
29th May 2024
The Inquiry into the HSE concerns the storage and retention of personal data contained in paper records held by the HSE via its use of external storage facilities and breaches of security which were notified to the DPC by the HSE.
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Data Protection Commission welcomes outcomes in prosecutions of marketing offences
27th May 2024
The Data Protection Commission (DPC) has welcomed the outcome of two rounds of prosecution proceedings that were taken today in Dublin District Courts. The cases were taken by the DPC against two companies and in both cases, the DPC had previously issued warnings on foot of previous complaints made to the Office.
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FAQs
Can local authorities use CCTV to help combat anti-social behaviour and illegal dumping?
Yes, Local Authorities can use CCTV systems as part of their efforts to deal with both anti-social behaviour and illegal dumping subject to the following steps:
Launch of coordinated enforcement action on the right of access
19th March 2024
The Data Protection Commission (DPC) is pleased to announce its participation in the European Data Protection Board’s 2024 Coordinated Enforcement Framework (CEF).
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Accessibility Statement
21st February 2024
The statement was last reviewed on 4 November 2024.
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New Data Protection Commissioners take up their new roles
20th February 2024
Dr. Des Hogan and Mr. Dale Sunderland have today commenced their roles as Commissioners with the Irish Data Protection Commission. Dr Hogan will be the Chair of the Commission. Both appointments were announced by Government last week, with the Commissioners appointed for a five-year term.
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DPC survey to examine sports clubs’ data protection awareness and understanding
13th February 2024
This month, The Data Protection Commission (DPC) will issue a survey questionnaire to a representative sample of sports clubs across the spectrum of voluntary and professional sports in Ireland. The survey will assist the DPC in learning about the level of awareness and understanding of data protection in the sports sector.
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Managing your digital footprint
06th February 2024
What is a digital footprint?
A digital footprint is the trail of information that you leave behind online when navigating between your favourite apps, websites, and online games. For example, when:
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Data protection during Christmastime blog – what you need to know
24th November 2023
As we approach Christmastime and the busy shopping season, we thought it might be helpful to provide an overview of some of the DPC’s guidance around the issues that crop up the most at this time of year.
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