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Welsh Language Commissioner – Reprimand (United Kingdom, 2022)
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The Welsh Language Commissioner received a reprimand from the Information Commissioner's Office for not following data protection rules. This matters because it shows that even public bodies must comply with data protection standards.
What happened
The Welsh Language Commissioner was reprimanded for failing to meet data protection requirements.
Who was affected
Individuals relying on the Welsh Language Commissioner for services were affected by this lack of compliance.
What the authority found
The authority issued a reprimand under GDPR for not adhering to data protection obligations.
Why this matters
This reprimand serves as a reminder that all organizations, including public bodies, must comply with data protection laws. It encourages better practices across the board.
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The ICO have decided to issue the WLC with a reprimand in accordance with Article 58(2)(b) of the General Data Protection Regulation.
Outcome
Reprimand
A formal reprimand: the DPA found a violation and issued a formal censure.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Welsh Language Commissioner in UK
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Decision Date
22 January 2022
Authority
Information Commissioner's Office
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Welsh Language Commissioner - United Kingdom (2022). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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