I don't think this prevents the application of the DPA either. Where the individual deliberately makes the information publicly available, it would be hard to argue damage or distress but this is still strictly a breach, it will come back to considering whether disclosure is 'fair'.
On the bright side.......in terms of defamation, there would be no case where the 'substantially true' defence applies.
Cheers,
Jackie.
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