NAVIGATION
GDPR & YOUR DATA
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW…
In May 2018 there were new regulations introduced which affect the way we process and store personal data. At Horizon we continue to work hard to ensure that we remain compliant with these regulations.
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (Regulation (EU) 2016/679) is a regulation by which the European Parliament, the Council of the European Union and the European Commission intend to strengthen and unify data protection for all individuals within the European Union (EU). It also addresses the export of personal data outside the EU. The GDPR aims primarily to give control back to citizens and residents over their personal data and to simplify the regulatory environment for international business by unifying the regulation within the EU.
When the GDPR takes effect, it will replace the data protection directive (officially Directive 95/46/EC) of 1995. The regulation was adopted on 27 April 2016. It becomes enforceable from 25 May 2018 after a two-year transition period and, unlike a directive, it does not require national governments to pass any enabling legislation, and is thus directly binding and applicable.
More detailed information on how we retain and use Personal Data can be found by referring to our Privacy Policy. If you have any more specific questions you can contact our Data Protection Officer, Gemma Turp either by calling 01379 898474 or emailing gemma@horizoneast.co.uk