Magna PT S.p.A. – €50,000 Fine (Italy, 2025)
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Magna PT S.p.A. was fined for conducting 'return to work interviews' that didn't follow the rules for handling health data. This matters because it shows that companies must have a valid reason to process sensitive information and must inform employees properly. The fine of EUR 50,000 highlights the importance of compliance with data protection laws.
What happened
Magna PT S.p.A. conducted interviews with employees returning from illness without a valid legal basis for processing their health data.
Who was affected
Employees of Magna PT S.p.A. who returned to work after illness or hospitalization were affected.
What the authority found
The Italian data protection authority ruled that the company lacked a valid legal basis for processing health data and failed to inform employees about this processing.
Why this matters
This case emphasizes the need for companies to ensure they have valid reasons for processing sensitive data, especially health information. It serves as a reminder for businesses to review their data handling practices to avoid similar penalties.
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The Italian DPA has imposed a fine on Magna PT S.p.A. Employees of the controllers were subjected to 'return to work interviews' after returning from an absence due to illness or hospitalisation. These interviews lacked a sufficient legal basis, particularly with regard to the processing of health data. Additionally, the controller failed to adequately inform the data subjects regarding the processing. Furthermore, the controller failed to minimise the amount of data processed and the retention period to only what was necessary.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Magna PT S.p.A. in IT
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Fine Date
10 July 2025
Authority
Garante per la protezione dei dati personali
Fine Amount
€50,000
Enforcement Tracker ID
ETid-2768
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Magna PT S.p.A. - Italy (2025). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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