The Office of the Data Protection Authority’s (ODPA) annual registration window closes at the end of February, with penalties liable for any organisation which doesn’t comply in time.
The ODPA is encouraging all organisations to renew or register by 28 February in accordance with the legal obligation underThe Data Protection (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law, 2017.
The registration requirement applies to anyone working with information, facts and even opinions about living people, provided the activity is not part of your personal/household affairs.
Organisations that fail to register with the ODPA are breaking the law and potentially risk appearing in the Petty Debts Court and could be convicted of committing a criminal conviction.
To register with the Authority, visit www.odpa.gg/registration by 28 February 2025.
The annual registration fee is based on the number of ‘full-time equivalent’ staff in each organisation and is £2,400 per year for organisations with 50 or more full-time equivalent staff, and £60 for all other entities.
“These levies enable the Authority to fulfil its mandate as the Bailiwick’s independent Data Protection regulator, ensuring a high level of protection for the privacy rights of the Bailiwick’s residents,” said Commissioner Brent Homan.
Charities and non-profit organisations can register free of charge.