Data Protection Principles
Ethical and lawful management of personal data.
Understanding Data Types
Personal Data Anonymized Data
Directly or indirectly identifies individuals. Individuals cannot be identified, even when combined with other data.
GDPR: The Global Standard
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) established comprehensive, legally binding requirements for data protection.
Post-Brexit Impact: UK maintained GDPR principles for continued protection standards.
The Seven Core Principles
Both EU and UK GDPR set seven fundamental principles for personal data handling:
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Lawful, Fair & Transparent Processing Purpose Limitation Data Minimization
Legal basis, fairness, and transparency. Data collected for specified purposes; limited processing. Adequate, relevant, and necessary data only.
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Accuracy Storage Limitation Security
Accurate and up-to-date data. Retained only as long as necessary (research exemptions apply). Protection from unauthorized processing or loss.
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Accountability
Controllers must demonstrate compliance.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Data Controller Data Processor