Written question asked by Lord Hardy of Wath (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 16 March 1998. It was answered by Lord Williams of Mostyn (Labour) on Monday, 16 March 1998.

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Williams of Mostyn, Lord

Question

Whether they consider it acceptable for the Data Protection Act 1984 to provide protection when an imprisoned offender confesses to other crimes and can then neither be named nor pursued for compensation. [HL 1004].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 1004; 587 c103WA

Session

1997-98

Subjects

Disclosure of information Data protection Criminal records Criminal investigation Prisoners

Legislation

Data Protection Act 1984