§ Mr. CohenTo ask the Prime Minister whether the Government will take positive steps to discuss with the Data Protection Registrar all legislation that impacts on the use, collection, processing or holding of personal data; and whether she will make a statement.
§ The Prime MinisterMy colleagues in charge of Departments have been asked to ensure that officials are aware of the need to consult the registrar about proposed legislation which might affect or be affected by the Data Protection Act 1984.