‎‎DPC begins checks on data protection compliance

2, GNA – The Data Protection Commission (DPC) will from tomorrow Monday October 5 conduct spot checks and take enforcement action against organisations processing personal data without meeting statutory requirements.‎‎‎Dr Kavaarpuo said organisations acting as data controllers were required to register with the Commission before processing personal data and renew their registration as required.‎‎‎The spot checks would assess registration, lawful processing, protection of personal data and other obligations under the Act.