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Data Protection Act

smeedyova · 2011-02-16 18:46:02

Hi all, a facility I use has recently put in place a screen which displays, in large font, the full name and photo of the person accessing the facility. The screen is in a foyer which is open to the general public. I feel very uncomfortable having my personal data on public display. Is this a violation of the Data…

16-02-2011 6:46pm

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smeedyova

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Hi all, a facility I use has recently put in place a screen which displays, in large font, the full name and photo of the person accessing the facility. The screen is in a foyer which is open to the general public. I feel very uncomfortable having my personal data on public display. Is this a violation of the Data Protection Act?

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#2 16-02-2011 8:22pm

Tom Young

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It depends on the nature of the facility. If it is somewhere public then the answer is more than likely yes.

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