Marchini, Renzo wrote:
> I think that having marital status makes it then the personal data of
> the spouse.
>
> You have then published the fact that the spouse of deceased (although
> not identified by name, still identified) is now a widow/er and address.
>
I was just about to say exactly the same!
>
> Renzo
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> [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Griffiths, Ian
> Sent: 03 April 2008 15:45
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> Subject: Re: [data-protection] Crematorium Records
>
> It's not a DP issue but yes, it does make access far easier.
>
> What are the reasons to change the current system?
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> [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Cotterill, Steve
> Sent: 03 April 2008 15:44
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> Subject: [data-protection] Crematorium Records
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>
> Hi,
>
> Our Crematorium manager is wanting to publish the Crematorium Register
> on our website.
>
> These records would show the following details of the deceased -
>
> Full Name
> Age
> Address
> Marital Status
> Occupation
> Date of Death
> Date of cremation
> Where death was registered
> What happened to the ashes.
>
> I know the DPA does not apply to 'deceased individuals' and that the
> Crematorium Register is already a public document.
>
> However I have something nagging at me that publishing their marital
> status and address could lead to a small minority of unscrupulous people
> to start contacting the widow/widower. They could do this by looking at
> the physical register but that could involve a fee and more effort.
> Publishing this on the internet make it easier for these people.
>
> Am I being too cautious?
>
> Comments welcome.
>
> Thanks
> Steve
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