Ministero della Cultura – €12,000 Fine (Italy, 2026)

€12,000Garante per la protezione dei dati personali29 January 2026Italy
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Fine

General GDPR enforcement action

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The Ministero della Cultura was fined for not following data processing rules. This is important because it emphasizes the need for organizations to manage personal data correctly. Small businesses should take note to avoid similar issues.

What happened

The Ministero della Cultura did not comply with general data processing principles.

Who was affected

Individuals whose personal data was processed by the Ministero della Cultura were affected.

What the authority found

The authority determined that the Ministero failed to meet essential data processing requirements under GDPR.

Why this matters

This ruling serves as a reminder for all organizations about the importance of data compliance. Small businesses should ensure they understand and follow data protection rules.

GDPR Articles Cited
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Art. 6(GDPR)
Art. 13(GDPR)
Art. 35(GDPR)
Art. 5(1)(a) GDPR
Art. 12(1) GDPR
Art. 88(1) GDPR
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Art. 5(1) a) GDPR
Art. 6(GDPR)
Art. 12(1) GDPR
Art. 13(GDPR)
Art. 35(GDPR)
Art. 88(1) GDPR

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Full Legal Summary
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Non-compliance with general data processing principles

Related Enforcement Actions (0)

No other enforcement actions found for Ministero della Cultura in IT

This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.

Details

Fine Date

29 January 2026

Authority

Garante per la protezione dei dati personali

Fine Amount

€12,000

Enforcement Tracker ID

3077

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