I think this is a case where the UKIC's helpline should be asked to comment.
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[mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Caroline Dominey
Sent: 26 February 2007 09:11
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Subject: [data-protection] Are Post Codes Personal Data?
Good Morning,
I have already posted this to another list but would appreciate any further
thoughts.
We have received a request for a list of full postcodes for the home
addresses of all members of staff to promote a local carshare scheme (no
names would be attached to the postcodes). I do not feel that we should
release this information, because although one postcode could cover a number
of houses you may have the odd case where someone lives in the middle of
nowhere and the postcode relates to them only. (I have suggested we release
the first part of post codes only, but have been told this would not provide
enough information).
However, it is being argued that postcodes are not personal data, and I am
aware that other organisations have released the information. I would
appreciate any advice/comments on this.
Many thanks
Caroline
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