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Preliminary Agenda Released for the 34th International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Hunton & Williams LLP

The Uruguayan Personal Data Control and Regulatory Unit has released the preliminary agenda for the 34th International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners to take place October 23-24, 2012 in Punta del Este, Uruguay, at the Conrad Hotel. The conference theme is “Privacy and Technology in Balance.” The preliminary agenda with session descriptions and other information is available on the conference website at www.privacyconference2012.org.

Tags: Data Protection Authority, Uruguay

European Data Protection Commissioners Close Spring Conference with a Resolution

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Hunton & Williams LLP

As we previously reported, on May 3-4, 2012, the European data protection authorities’ (“DPAs’”) Spring Conference was held in Luxembourg, and the Data Protection Commissioners closed the conference by issuing a resolution on European data protection reform. In their resolution, the Data Protection Commissioners expressed general satisfaction with the ongoing modernization of the data protection frameworks of the European Union, the Council of Europe and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development.

Tags: Accountability, Data Protection Authority, EU Data Protection Directive, EU Member States, OECD

EU Justice Commissioner Viviane Reding Addresses European Data Protection Authorities at Spring Conference

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Hunton & Williams LLP

On May 3, 2012, Viviane Reding, Justice Commissioner and European Commission Vice-President, delivered a speech during the European data protection authorities’ (“DPAs’”) Spring Conference, which was held in closed sessions in Luxembourg. In her speech, Commissioner Reding discussed how the proposed EU Data Protection Regulation aimed to empower the DPAs and addressed some of the DPAs’ primary concerns with the reform.

Tags: Accountability, Article 29 Working Party, Data Protection Authority, Data Transfer, EU Data Protection Directive, EU Member States, Legislation, Privacy By Design

French Data Protection Authority Unveils Its Agenda for 2012

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Hunton & Williams LLP

On April 19, 2012, the French Data Protection Authority (the “CNIL”) issued a press release detailing its enforcement agenda for 2012. In a report adopted March 29, 2012, the CNIL announced that it will conduct 450 on-site inspections this year, with particular focus on the specific themes described below. The CNIL also indicated that it will continue the work started in 2011 with at least 150 additional inspections related to video surveillance, especially with respect to surveillance in locations that are frequented by large numbers of individuals.

Tags: Cloud Computing, CNIL, Data Controller, Data Protection Authority, EU Member States, France, Video Surveillance

Article 29 Working Party Opines on Proposed EU Data Protection Law Reform Package

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Hunton & Williams LLP

On March 23, 2012, the Article 29 Working Party (the “Working Party”) adopted an Opinion on the European Commission’s data protection law reform proposals, including the draft Regulation that is of particular importance for businesses. The Working Party’s Opinion serves as the national data protection authorities’ contribution to the legislative process before the European Parliament and the European Council.

Tags: Accountability, Article 29 Working Party, Binding Corporate Rules, Cookies, Data Controller, Data Processor, Data Protection Authority, Data Transfer, EU Data Protection Directive, EU Member States, European Commission, IP Address, Privacy By Design, Right to be Forgotten, Safe Harbor

German DPAs Issue Resolutions and Address a Wide Range of Topics at Annual Conference

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Hunton & Williams LLP

On March 22, 2012, the 83rd Conference of the German Data Protection Commissioners came to an end in Potsdam. The attendees indicated their general support for the European Commission’s proposed reform package aimed at modernizing and harmonizing data protection laws in the EU, but insist that Member States should have the authority to implement more stringent data protection measures for the area of public administration.

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Tags: Article 29 Working Party, Data Protection Authority, EU Data Protection Directive, EU Member States, European Commission, Germany, Legislation, Telecommunications

Article 29 Working Party Issues Guidance on European Patients Smart Open Services

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Hunton & Williams LLP

On January 25, 2012, the Article 29 Working Party (the “Working Party”) issued a Working Document providing guidance on data protection issues relating to the European Patients Smart Open Services (“epSOS”) project. epSOS is a pilot project focused on developing an information and communications technology infrastructure that enables access to patient health information (i.e., Patient Summaries) among different EU Member States for the purpose of providing medical treatment. The project also aims to facilitate the cross-border use of electronic prescriptions (i.e., ePrescriptions). epSOS involves the collaboration of a significant number of health care provider organizations and companies that contribute their knowledge and expertise to the project.

Tags: Article 29 Working Party, Cross-Border Data Flow, Data Controller, Data Protection Authority, EU Member States, Protected Health Information

Hunton Hosts Webinar on Current Trends in Global Privacy Enforcement

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Hunton & Williams LLP

On January 12, 2012, Hunton & Williams hosted an hour-long webinar on the current enforcement environment in the U.S. and EU. The webinar, Current Trends in Global Privacy Enforcement, covered issues ranging from the Federal Trade Commission’s tougher approach to investigations to increased monitoring of corporate privacy practices by European data protection authorities. Hunton & Williams speakers included Lisa J. Sotto, partner and head of the Global Privacy and Data Security practice, London partner Bridget Treacy, London senior attorney Rosemary Jay and Brussels associate Dr. Jörg Hladjk.

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Tags: Bridget Treacy, Data Protection Authority, Federal Trade Commission, Germany, Jörg Hladjk, Lisa Sotto, Rosemary Jay, State Attorneys General, United Kingdom

Concerns over Independence of Hungary’s DPA Prompt Infringement Proceedings

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Hunton & Williams LLP

On January 17, 2012, the European Commission initiated expedited infringement proceedings against Hungary over recent changes to its Constitution which are considered incompatible with EU law. The proceedings follow a number of changes made to the Hungarian Constitution that came into effect on January 1, 2012. Of particular concern to the Commission are amendments affecting the independence of the national data protection authority. The Hungarian government has one month to comply, or face enforcement proceedings in the European Court of Justice.

Tags: Data Protection Authority, EU Data Protection Directive, European Commission, Hungary, Legislation, Penalty

French Court of Cassation Excludes Application of Data Protection Act to Competition Authority’s Investigation

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Hunton & Williams LLP

On November 30, 2011, the French Court of Cassation upheld a decision that excluded the application of the French Data Protection Act (Loi relative à l’informatique, aux fichiers et aux libertés) to an investigation conducted by the French Competition Authority (Autorité de la Concurrence) on the grounds that the search and seizure was authorized by an “freedoms and custody judge” (juge des libertés et de la détention).

Tags: CNIL, Data Protection Authority, Employee Monitoring, EU Member States, France

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Preliminary Agenda Released for the 34th International Conference of Data Protection and Privacy Commissioners

European Data Protection Commissioners Close Spring Conference with a Resolution

EU Justice Commissioner Viviane Reding Addresses European Data Protection Authorities at Spring Conference

Article 29 Working Party Opines on Proposed EU Data Protection Law Reform Package

German DPAs Issue Resolutions and Address a Wide Range of Topics at Annual Conference

Article 29 Working Party Issues Guidance on European Patients Smart Open Services

Hunton Hosts Webinar on Current Trends in Global Privacy Enforcement

Concerns over Independence of Hungary’s DPA Prompt Infringement Proceedings

French Court of Cassation Excludes Application of Data Protection Act to Competition Authority’s Investigation

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