Finding the right balance between adequately protecting a
private individual's right to privacy while also addressing the
public's interest in having certain information made available
has been the subject of significant debate with proponents of
freedom of information arguing that the public have an interest in
having access to certain information.
In this respect, it is important to note that the European
Convention on Human Rights, the EU Charter of Fundamental Human
Rights ("EUCHR") and Malta's
Constitution enshrine the notion of a right to private life while
also creating room for such a right to be limited in
circumstances.
Constitution of Malta
"Whereas every person in Malta is entitled to the
fundamental rights and freedoms of the individual, that is to say,
the right to... respect for his private and family
life".
