Introduces the concepts of data protection for employers and what individual rights are to access information
Data protection impacts recruitment, employee record-keeping, and many other HR functions. Employers must understand their responsibilities and liabilities. Staying informed about legal developments is essential, especially as laws evolve to keep pace with rapid technological change, including the growing use of AI.
This factsheet outlines data protection concepts that employers should follow and gives an introduction to the rules. It offers pointers on good data protection practices at work and includes a practical action plan for organisations.
For in-depth detail on the law in this area, see our dedicated law page.
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