Chris,
I believe (forgetting about the rights/wrongs of EA) that Part V for Enhanced & Standard Disclosures commence 1 Jan 2002 and Basic 1 July 2002. This probably means that it is still "Lawful" until 1 Jan 2002. Anybody else more up-to-date info?
Peter
Peter Wilson
Data Protection Officer
University of Paisley
>>> Chris Brogan <[log in to unmask]> 10/15/01 11:43am >>>
Group,
It has been a long established practice with some companies that before
employing an individual they would make them apply to the police for a copy
of their criminal record. Documentation would be received by the data subject
stating what he had or showing a clean sheet. This was then passed onto the
employer.
I seem to recollect that this was referred to as enforced access and that
when Part V of the Police Act 1997 it would be unlawful under the data
protection act.
Can anyone tell me if this has been altered or whether Part V has been
delayed.
I am of the opinion that to operate such a system now would be an unlawful
act.
I am familiar with Criminal record Bureau and what it will provide.
I await your comments.
Regards Chris Brogan
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