Frequently Asked Questions: Data protection and freedom of information
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Data protection and freedom of information FAQs
Q: Data Protection - Can I use the Data Protection Act to access the records of my deceased relative?
Q: Data Protection - Why does the Authority keep personal information?
Q: Data Protection - What do I do if the information is incorrect?
Q: Data Protection - How will I know if the Authority has done as I asked?
Q: Data Protection - How will I know if the decisions about me have been made by automatic means?
Q: Data Protection - What can I claim compensation for?
Q: Data Protection - How do I make a claim for compensation?
Q: Data Protection - Does the Authority provide help in understanding the information?
Q: Data Protection - What do I do if I think I have not been given all the information I asked for?
Q: Data Protection - What is the Data Protection Act 1998?
Q: Data Protection - How does it protect personal data about me?
By setting rules and conditions which all users of personal information such as Southend-on-Sea Borough Council (known as Data Controllers) must obey when obtaining and using information about you. The Act also provides you with certain rights that the Controllers must respect.
Q: Data Protection - What are my rights?
Q: Data Protection - What information will I receive?
Q: Data Protection - Do I have to pay to see my information?