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Notices, and if these are not complied
with, the ICO can take further action.
Other penalties have been handed out
for failure to pay the data protection
fee, and some individuals have received
penalties for unlawfully accessing
personal data, including medical
records and criminal conviction data. £
The ICO has indicated that it
is determined to ensure that
personal data is used and shared
properly and legally and is prepared
to impose severe penalties on
businesses that ignore the rules.

If you are not sure whether your business is
compliant and you need advice, please contact
Nicola Langley, Head of Legal & Commercial
Solicitor, at nicola.langley@bpif.org.uk

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