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Unknown – €15,000 Fine (Luxembourg, 2021)
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A company in Luxembourg was fined €15,000 for not involving its data protection officer properly. This is important because it shows that companies must ensure their data protection officers are given the authority and resources to do their job effectively.
What happened
The company failed to involve its data protection officer in all relevant matters and did not provide adequate training.
Who was affected
The data protection officer who was not given sufficient autonomy or training to perform their duties.
What the authority found
The Luxembourg Data Protection Authority found that the company did not comply with GDPR requirements regarding the role and support of the data protection officer.
Why this matters
This case underscores the need for companies to empower their data protection officers and ensure they are involved in all relevant discussions. Proper support for these roles is crucial for compliance.
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The DPA of Luxembourg (CNPD) has imposed a fine of EUR 15,000 on a company. During an investigation, the DPA found that the controller had not sufficiently involved the data protection officer in all matters relating to the protection of personal data. In addition, the controller had not guaranteed sufficient autonomy for the data protection officer. Lastly, the data protection officer had not received sufficient training to be able to properly and independently advise and inform the controller.
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Fine
€15K
Details
Fine Date
11 June 2021
Authority
Commission Nationale pour la Protection des Données
Fine Amount
€15,000
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Unknown - Luxembourg (2021). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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