Comprehensive Reform Of Data Protection In Europe

A year ago, on 25 January 2012, the European Commission released draft amendments to the European data protection framework. The proposed Directive aims at increasing harmonisation and applying general principles of personal data protection, while continuing to respect specificities in the field.

In today's economy, focus on data protection is of increasing importance; and, although this reform is not yet finalised, we can expect a substantial impact on corporate organisations as well as for data processors. This article provides an overview of the main points to be affected by the proposed amendments.

Reasons for Reform

The main objectives pursued by the European Commission with this reform are as follows: