Decisions
Decisions
Explore summaries and full text of Decisions published by the Data Protection Commission.
Fines Explained
In addition to imposing corrective measures, over €4 billion in fines have been levied against organisations as a result of DPC inquiries. To date, approximately €20 million in fines has been collected.
The law provides that fines imposed by the DPC do not become payable until they are confirmed in Court. If no appeal is made against the DPC’s decision, the DPC must apply to the Circuit Court to confirm the fine under the Data Protection Act 2018.
If an appeal is made against the DPC’s decision, the fine cannot be collected pending that appeal. Such appeals are brought either in the Circuit Court or in the High Court, depending on the monetary value of the fine.
Inquiry concerning Mediahuis Ireland Group Limited
The decision in this inquiry relates to a balancing between the fundamental right to data protection and the fundamental right to freedom of expression and information. Summary of Inquiry…
Inquiry into A&G Couriers Limited T/A Fastway Couriers (Ireland)
This inquiry was commenced in respect of a personal data breach that A&G Couriers Limited T/A Fastway Couriers, Ireland (Fastway) notified to the DPC on 4 March 2021. Fastway is a…
Article(s): 32
Inquiry into a Consultancy Provider
This inquiry was commenced in respect of a personal data breach that the Personal Injuries Assessment Board (‘PIAB’) reported to the Data Protection Commission on 10 December 2019. PIAB is…
Article(s): 32