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Data Protection Act

What about Sensitive Information my staff or I handle?

The Act makes specific provision for sensitive personal data. Sensitive data includes information on racial or ethnic origin; political opinions; religious or other beliefs; trade union membership; health; sex life; criminal proceedings or convictions.

Sensitive data can only be processed under strict conditions including:

  • having the explicit consent of the individual
  • being required by law to process the data for employment purposes
  • needing to process the data to protect the vital interests of the data subject or another
  • dealing with the administration of justice or legal proceedings