Stjörnuna ehf – €10,000 Fine (Iceland, 2024)
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Iceland's data protection authority fined Stjörnuna ehf., the operator of a Subway branch, for improperly using video surveillance. The investigation revealed that the restaurant's surveillance lacked a valid legal basis and employees were not informed about it. This case shows the importance of transparency and legal justification when using surveillance.
What happened
Stjörnuna ehf. was fined for conducting video surveillance without a valid legal basis and failing to inform employees.
Who was affected
Employees working at the Subway branch who were monitored by the video surveillance.
What the authority found
The authority found that Stjörnuna ehf. did not have a proper legal basis for the video surveillance, violating GDPR rules.
Why this matters
This case serves as a warning to businesses about the need for clear legal grounds and employee notification when using surveillance. Companies should review their surveillance practices to ensure compliance with data protection laws.
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The Icelandic DPA has imposed a fine of EUR 10,000 on Stjörnuna ehf. (the operator of a Subway branch). An employee had filed a complaint with the DPA regarding video surveillance in the restaurant. During its investigation, the DPA found that the video surveillance of the employees lacked a valid legal basis and was not considered necessary. The DPA also found that the controller failed to inform the employees about the video surveillance.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Stjörnuna ehf in IS
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
24 March 2024
Authority
Persónuvernd
Fine Amount
€10,000
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