What are Joint Controllers?
Sometimes the division between Data Processors and Data Controllers is not simple. Where more than one entity has control in determining the processing requirements, […]
Tag: GDPR Compliance
Do I need a DPO?
There is a certain amount of confusion around Ireland about DPOs after GDPR came into force. In 95% of cases we tell Irish Organisations […]
Four key points to include in contracts between Data Controllers and Data Processors
The General Data Protection Regulation (2016/679), imposes clear requirements controlling the appointment of data processors by data controllers. One of these is a requirement prescribing various matters […]
GDPR Data Retention: Adequate, relevant and not excessive
Many people ask us how long they should store data for to be GDPR compliant. The very brief answer from the EU […]
Consent: one of six lawful bases to process personal data, in GDPR
Article 6 of Regulation 2016/679, the General Data Protection Regulation (hereafter: GDPR). sets the conditions for a lawful personal data processing and describes the six and only […]
GDPR and Charities in Ireland
Ireland is fortunate in having a thriving voluntary sector. A sector which between employment, sport, caring and entertainment touches the lives of […]
First five questions for GDPR compliance
When confronted with the looming deadline of May 2018 for GDPR compliance there are five big questions any organisation should ask. Who deals with personal […]
Data Controllers or Data Processors in GDPR?
In order to vindicate data subjects’ rights, the GDPR defines two new roles for organisations Data Controllers and Data Processors. This post will outline the roles […]
GDPR a primer
General Data Protection Regulation or GDPR imposes new and arduous burdens on business and other organisations across Europe from May 2018. Behaviours […]