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module menu icon GDPR > Data Protection Act 2018

There is stronger legal protection for special personal data (more sensitive personal information) such as:

  • race
  • ethnic background
  • political opinions
  • religious beliefs
  • trade union membership
  • genetics
  • biometrics (where used for identification)
  • trade union membership
  • health
  • sex life or orientation.

There are separate safeguards for personal data relating to criminal convictions and offences.

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