gdpr
Are you a Data Controller or Data Processor?
It depends on the context of the relationship. Sometimes we are a Data Controller e.g. if we work directly with an individual to carry out a screening check for them then we are most likely the Data Controller. Whereas, if we work with a business and carry out screening checks for a number of their employees or prospective employees then
What is the GDPR?
The General Data Protection Regulation is a European-wide law that replaces the Data Protection Act 1998 in the UK. It places greater obligations on how organisations handle personal data. It came into effect on 25 May 2018. Even though the UK is no longer part of the EU, we are still required to handle data with respect to this legislation. ‘Personal data’,
How long will you keep my data?
In line with GDPR, we only keep applicant data for as long as necessary, and we only keep data that is strictly related to the purpose for which we need it. The specific amount, type and length of time we keep data varies per client, applicant, screening type being undertaken and the nature of the contract in place with our
What is a Subject Access Request? SAR?
Individuals (e.g. employees) have a right to be informed by an organisation (e.g. their employer) whether or not it is processing personal data that relates to them and, if so, to be told: What personal data it is being processed. The purposes for which the personal data is being processed. Who, if anyone, the personal data is disclosed to. The