The Data Protection Act

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What does the Data Protection Act (2018) primarily aim to protect?: Personal data held by companies and organisations
Which type of data is considered 'personal data' under the Data Protection Act (2018)?: Name
Address
Phone number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Medical History
Education History
For what main reason was the Data Protection Act updated in 2018?: To align with technological advances and changes in data usage
What are companies required to obtain before collecting personal data, according to the Data Protection Act?: The individual's consent
Which one of these is a principle of the Data Protection Act?: Lawfulness, fairness, and transparency
What is the 'purpose limitation' principle in the Data Protection Act?: Personal data must be collected for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes
What does 'data minimisation' mean under the Data Protection Act?: Only collecting data that is necessary for the specified purpose
How does the principle of 'accuracy' apply under the Data Protection Act?: Personal data must be accurate and, where necessary, kept up to date
What does 'storage limitation' entail in the Data Protection Act?: Personal data should not be kept for longer than necessary
What is required under the 'integrity and confidentiality' principle of the Data Protection Act?: Personal data must be processed securely
How does the principle of 'accountability' function in the Data Protection Act?: Organisations must take responsibility for what they do with personal data
What does the principle of 'lawfulness, fairness, and transparency' require in data processing?: Data must be processed legally, fairly, and in a transparent manner
In the context of the Data Protection Act, what is the significance of obtaining informed consent for data collection?: Ensures that individuals are aware of how their data will be used
Why is it important for personal data to be 'specific' when obtaining consent under the Data Protection Act?: To ensure that the data subject is clear about the use of their data
How does the ability to revoke consent under the Data Protection Act empower individuals?: Allows individuals to change their mind about the use of their personal data
What is the primary responsibility of a Data Controller in a company?: Ensuring that the company processes personal data in compliance with data protection laws
Under data protection laws, what must a Data Controller ensure about the personal data they handle?: It is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently
What action is a Data Controller required to take in case of a data breach?: Report the breach to the appropriate data protection authority

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