CCTV is used in schools and college to protect students, staff and property. While this is normal practice, there are certain protocols that need to be followed should the footage need to be shared. Likewise, the head of the school or college is responsible for keeping sensitive files and documents secure. However, on occasion these [...]
During the first World War over 12 million letters a week were delivered to soldiers. It was a vital way of keeping contact with loved ones at home. These letters would on average take three days to reach the front and were extremely valuable in boosting moral. The returning post would take a little longer [...]
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) gives individuals the right to request a copy of any of their personal data which is being ‘processed’. Any person be they employee, customer, supplier or even member of the general public has a right to a copy of any personal data you are holding or processing in your [...]
As a retailer you will be concerned with stock levels, profits, staff issues, competitors and preventing shoplifting. That’s enough stress for any business owner. However, the whole area of GDPR compliance has added an additional worry for many. Request for CCTV It’s not widely known that if a member of the public wants to view [...]
When it comes to GDPR requirements and the terms used there is still a lot of confusion and concern amongst business owners. One term that is topical at present is DSAR, but what is it? What is a DSAR? A DSAR is a data subject access request and it was introduced with the general data [...]
There is much confusion around CCTV footage and GDPR, here we share the top questions we are often asked: Is CCTV footage personal data? Yes, it is. The data protection commissioner states that CCTV cameras capture the images of individuals and accordingly they process personal data. Why would somebody ask for CCTV Footage? Any person [...]
Many organisations that use CCTV on their premises are still unsure of how GDPR applies to them. It is important to know what you need to consider and how to stay compliant, particularly with the risk of large penalties. CCTV Footage is Personal Data CCTV cameras capture the images of individuals and accordingly, they process [...]
A solicitor’s letter arriving along with your normal business post can instantly put you on edge. It’s the worry of something new to be concerned about, some issue that needs to be addressed. Normally it’s complicated, expensive, time consuming and a headache you can do without. What would you do if that letter was a [...]
With the introduction of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) the responsibilities of a business has significantly changed when it comes to holding personal data. There are now real obligations for the way a business will collect and use personal data in order to protect individuals. As a business owner, you are accountable and there are [...]
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