The European Commission recently concluded that data transferred between the European Union and Guernsey is covered by “adequate data protection safeguards”.
An “adequacy decision” is defined by the ODPA as follows:
“The Bailiwick is one of several jurisdictions that the European Commission (EC) currently recognises as offering an adequate standard of data protection. An adequacy decision from the EC is essential to the continued success of the Bailiwick’s economy as it allows EU organisations to easily transfer data to the islands of the Bailiwick.”
ODPA Commissioner, Brent Homan, will now travel to Brussels to discuss data cooperation with members of the European Commission.
“Cooperation with our International counterparts is an essential strategic pillar in serving the Bailiwick,” he said.
“We look forward to further partnership towards preserving Adequacy, and promoting a public and private sector in the Bailiwick that embraces compliance and elevates the level of trust and consumer confidence.”