Data
Protection Amongst
the many topics that get raised when discussing the
Internet, there is considerable debate about privacy
and protection of information, especially as data can
potentially be transferred instantly across the globe.
This page is intended to pre-empt some questions and
reassure visitors about this site by listing the eight
basic principles of data protection as proposed by the
Data Protection Registrar (DPR) and outlines the approach
adopted by Falfield.org.uk There are many laws in place
that provide data protection in the United Kingdom and
they are available for public viewing in great detail
from www.dpr.gov.uk.
This is a rapidly developing area of both the Internet
and UK law and changes are due to be implemented with
new laws coming into force in the next few months. In
short the principles of the 1984 Data Protection Act
state that personal data must be:-
1.
Obtained and processed fairly and lawfully.
2.
Held only for lawful purposes, which are described in
the registration.
3.
Used or disclosed only for those or compatible purposes.
4.
Adequate, relevant and not excessive.
5.
Accurate and, where necessary, kept up to date.
6.
Held no longer than necessary.
7.
Able to allow individuals to access information about
them and, where appropriate, to correct it.
8.
Surrounded by proper security.
There
are a number of exceptions to the need to register with
the Data Protection Registrar. Falfield.org.uk is currently
seeking clarification on a claimed exemption on the
basis that it does not have any funds available to cover
the expense of registration and that the information
solicited by the use of electronic forms is made public
for all.
Falfield.org.uk
in future may provide a number of private mailing lists
that are available to members but not the general public.
Any information given by respondents will be treated
in confidence with the express purpose of keeping members
informed of activities on the site or to provide the
site management with useful feedback.
As
a matter of principal the information provided will
not be divulged or passed on to any third party for
any form of reward.If you have any questions do not
hesitate to contact Falfield.org.uk by e-mail.
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