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Overview of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

This document outlines the main elements of the GDPR and links to further information about it.

Your rights under the GDPR

This document outlines your rights as a data subject under the General Data Protection Regulation.

Obligations of data controllers and processors under the GDPR

This document outlines the obligations of data controllers and processors under the General Data Protection Regulation.

Controlling and processing data under the GDPR - concepts and principles

This document outlines the key concepts and principles around controlling and processing data under the General Data Protection Regulation.

Legislation relating to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

This document outlines the legislation relating to the GDPR.

Data protection rights

Data protection legislation protects the privacy rights of individuals. The new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force across the EU on 25 May 2018.

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