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BCS PDP9 Certification Exam is ideal for individuals who are responsible for managing data protection in their organizations. This includes data protection officers, information security managers, compliance officers, and IT professionals. BCS Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection certification is also suitable for those who are interested in pursuing a career in data protection or cybersecurity.
The PDP9 certification exam is developed and administered by the British Computer Society (BCS), which is one of the leading professional bodies for IT professionals in the UK. PDP9 exam covers various aspects of data protection, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and other relevant laws and regulations.
NEW QUESTION # 20
What does NOT have an exemption prescribed under schedule 3 of the Data Protection Act 2018?
- A. Health data
- B. Social Work Data.
- C. Education data, examination scripts and marks
- D. Credit checking agency data
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
Schedule 3 of the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018) provides exemptions from some of the UK GDPR provisions for certain types of personal data processing, such as health data, social work data, education data, and child abuse data. These exemptions are intended to balance the rights and freedoms of data subjects with the public interest or the legitimate interests of data controllers in specific contexts. For example, the exemptions may allow data controllers to restrict the data subjects' access to their personal data, or to process their personal data without their consent, if complying with the UK GDPR would be likely to prejudice the purposes of the processing, such as the provision of health care, social work, education, or child protection.
However, Schedule 3 of the DPA 2018 does not provide any exemption for credit checking agency data, which is personal data processed by credit reference agencies for the purposes of assessing the creditworthiness of individuals or organisations, or preventing fraud or money laundering. Credit checking agency data is subject to the UK GDPR provisions as normal, unless another exemption applies. For example, credit reference agencies may rely on the crime and taxation exemption in Schedule 2, Part 1, Paragraph 2 of the DPA 2018 if disclosing personal data to a data subject would be likely to prejudice the prevention or detection of crime, or the apprehension or prosecution of offenders. References:
* Data Protection Act 2018, Schedule 31
* ICO Guide to Data Protection, Exemptions2
* ICO Guide to Data Protection, Credit3
NEW QUESTION # 21
Which of the following is NOT a role of the Information Commissioner's Office?
- A. Publishing a list of the kind of processing that is subject to the requirement for a DPIA
- B. Encouraging the establishment of data protection certification mechanisms and of data protection seals
- C. Providing an annual activity report to Parliament
- D. Providing case by case advice on what retention period companies should use
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) is the UK's independent authority for data protection, which is responsible for upholding the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, as well as other related legislation.
The ICO has various roles and tasks, such as monitoring and enforcing the application of the data protection law, promoting publicawareness and understanding of the risks and rights related to processing, advising the Parliament and the government on legislative and administrative measures concerning data protection, encouraging the development of codes of conduct and certification schemes, and handling complaints and investigations. However, the ICO does not provide case by case advice on what retention period companies should use, as this is a matter for the companies themselves to determine, based on their own purposes, legal obligations, and risk assessments. The ICO only provides general guidance on the data minimisation and storage limitation principles, which require that personal data should be kept only for as long as necessary and no longer than that. The ICO also expects companies to have clear policies and procedures on how they retain and dispose of personal data, and to document their retention periods and the reasons for them. References:
* Article 57 of the UK GDPR1
* ICO guidance on the role of the ICO2
* ICO guidance on data minimisation and storage limitation3
NEW QUESTION # 22
How does the GDPR relate to cookies?
- A. Websites only need an opt out of cookies if GDPR applies
- B. Where PECR is engaged only PECR will apply to the processing of personal data
- C. The GDPR applies in all cases where cookies are used
- D. The GDPR only applies where a cookie processes personal data
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
The GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) are two different but related legal frameworks that regulate the use of cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small text files that are stored on the user's device when they visit a website or use an online service. Cookies can be used for various purposes, such as remembering user preferences, tracking user behaviour, delivering targeted advertising, or enabling online transactions. The GDPR applies to the processing of personal data by cookies and similar technologies, as they can be used to identify or single out individuals, either directly or indirectly. Personal data is any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person, such as a name, an email address, a location data, or a cookie identifier. The GDPR requires data controllers to obtain the user's consent before using any cookies that are not strictly necessary for the functioning of the website or service, and to provide clear and transparent information about the purposes and legal basis of the processing, the categories and recipients of the personal data, the retention periods, and the rights of the data subjects. The GDPR also requires data controllers to implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure the security and confidentiality of the personal data, and to comply with the principles of data protection by design and by default. The PECR are a set of UK-specific rules that implement the EU ePrivacy Directive, which is a complementary legislation to the GDPR that deals with the privacy and security of electronic communications.
The PECR apply to the use of cookies and similar technologies, as well as to the sending of marketing communications by phone, email, text, or fax, and to the provision of public electronic communications services and networks. The PECR require data controllers to obtain the user's consent before using any cookies or similar technologies, except those that are strictly necessary for the provision of an information society service requested by the user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. The PECR also require data controllers to provide clear and comprehensive information about the purposes of the cookies or similar technologies, and to offer the user a way to refuse or withdraw their consent. The PECR do not apply to the processing of personal data by cookies or similar technologies, as this is covered by the GDPR. Therefore, the correct answer is C, as where PECR is engaged only PECR will apply to the use of cookies or similar technologies, but not to the processing of personal data by them. The other options are incorrect because:
* The GDPR does not only apply where a cookie processes personal data, but to any processing of personal data by any means, including cookies and similar technologies. The GDPR applies to the processing of personal data by cookies and similar technologies, regardless of whether they are strictly necessary or not, or whether they are first-party or third-party cookies. However, the GDPR does not apply to the use of cookies or similar technologies, as this is covered by the PECR.
* The GDPR does not apply in all cases where cookies are used, but only in cases where cookies are used to process personal data. The GDPR does not apply to the use of cookies or similar technologies that do not process personal data, such as those that are strictly necessary for the functioning of the website orservice, or those that do not identify or single out individuals. However, the PECR still apply to the use of cookies or similar technologies, regardless of whether they process personal data or not, except for some limited exemptions.
* Websites do not only need an opt out of cookies if GDPR applies, but also if PECR applies. The GDPR and the PECR both require data controllers to obtain the user's consent before using any cookies or similar technologies that are not strictly necessary, and to offer the user a way to refuse or withdraw their consent. The opt out of cookies is a mechanism that allows the user to exercise their right to object to the use of cookies or similar technologies, and to prevent the processing of their personal data by them. Websites need to provide an opt out of cookies in all cases where the user's consent is required, regardless of whether the GDPR or the PECR applies. References:
* GDPR, Article 4(1)5
* GDPR, Article 6(1)(a)6
* GDPR, Article 13 and 147
* GDPR, Article 328
* GDPR, Article 25
* PECR, Regulation 6
* PECR, Regulation 5
NEW QUESTION # 23
A UK public body has a security breach, in which the details of a hundred thousand members of the public are published What is the MAXIMUM fine that they could receive for this breach?
- A. £10 million or 4% of gross annual turnover
- B. £8.7 million or 2% of gross annual turnover
- C. £17 5 million or 4% of gross annual turnover
- D. £20 million or 2% of gross annual turnover
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
The UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 set a maximum fine of £17.5 million or 4% of annual global turnover, whichever is higher, for infringements of the data protection principles, the rights of data subjects, or the rules on transfers of personal data to third countries. This is the higher maximum penalty that applies to the most serious breaches of the UK GDPR. A security breach that exposes the details of a hundred thousand members of the public would likely fall under this category, as it would compromise the confidentiality and integrity of personal data, and potentially cause significant harm and distress to the data subjects. Therefore, the maximum fine that the UK public body could receive for this breach is £17.5 million or 4% of gross annual turnover, whichever is higher. References:
* Penalties3
* GDPR Penalties & Fines4
* Three years of GDPR: the biggest fines so far5
NEW QUESTION # 24
Which of the following would NOT be a personal data breach'?
- A. The accidental destruction of a current employee's HR file.
- B. The unauthorised changing of a persons address details on a database of customers.
- C. The loss of a memory stick containing the names and addresses of students in private accommodation
- D. The accidental deletion of an organisation's information security policy from the public facing website
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
A personal data breach is defined in Article 4(12) of the UK GDPR as "a breach of security leading to the accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorised disclosure of, or access to, personal data transmitted, stored or otherwise processed". Personal data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person, such as a name, an identification number, location data, an online identifier or factors specific to the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural or social identity of that natural person. Therefore, a personal data breach only occurs when the security incident affects personal data, not any other type of information. In this case, the accidental deletion of an organisation's information security policy from the public facing website would not be a personal data breach, as the policy does not contain any personal data. However, the other scenarios would be considered personal data breaches, as they involve the loss, alteration, destruction or unauthorised access to personal data of customers, employees or students.
References:
* UK GDPR, Article 4(12)1
* UK GDPR, Article 4(1)2
* ICO Guide to Data Protection, Personal Data Breaches3
NEW QUESTION # 25
Where are the definitions of "Public Authority" and "Public Bodies" found?
- A. Data Protection Act 2018 and PECR.
- B. GDPRand Data Protection Act 2018.
- C. Data Protection Act 2018 only
- D. Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Data Protection Act 2018
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
The definitions of "public authority" and "public body" for the purposes of the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 are found in the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and the Data Protection Act 2018 respectively. Section 7 of the Data Protection Act 2018 provides that a public authority or a public body is one that is listed in Schedule 1 to the Freedom of Information Act 2000, or is designated by an order under section
5 of that Act. However, a court or tribunal acting in its judicial capacity is not considered a public authority or a public body under the Data Protection Act 2018. References:
* Section 7 of the Data Protection Act 20181
* Schedule 1 to the Freedom of Information Act 2000
NEW QUESTION # 26
In the terms of their relevance under data protection legislation, how can CCTV images recorded in a supermarket BEST be described'?
- A. They are personal data as they can be used to identify living human beings
- B. The GDPR is only engaged where these are accompanied by text or other identifier
- C. They are special category data as they identify special characteristics
- D. They are biometric data in the terms of the definition stipulated in the GDPR.
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
CCTV images recorded in a supermarket are personal data as they can be used to identify living human beings, either directly or indirectly, by their physical appearance, clothing, accessories, or other distinctive features.
Personal data is defined in Article 4(1) of the GDPR as "any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person". The GDPR applies to the processing of personal data by automated means, such as CCTV cameras, or by non-automated means that form part of a filing system, such as paper records. The other options are incorrect because:
* CCTV images are not special category data as they do not reveal any of the sensitive information listed in Article 9(1) of the GDPR, such as racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, health, sex life or sexual orientation, or biometric or genetic data.
Special category data is subject to stricter conditions and safeguards under the GDPR, as it poses a higher risk to the rights and freedoms of individuals.
* CCTV images are not biometric data in the terms of the definition stipulated in the GDPR. Biometric data is defined in Article 4(14) of the GDPR as "personal data resulting from specific technical processing relating to the physical, physiological or behavioural characteristics of a natural person, which allow or confirm the unique identification of that natural person, such as facial images or dactyloscopic data". CCTV images do not result from specific technical processing, nor do they allow or confirm the unique identification of a natural person, unless they are combined with other data or identifiers.
* The GDPR is not only engaged where CCTV images are accompanied by text or other identifier. The GDPR applies to any information that relates to an identified or identifiable natural person, regardless of whether it is accompanied by text or other identifier. CCTV images can relate to an identifiable natural person even if they do not contain any text or other identifier, as long as there is a possibility to single out or link the person to other data or factors. References:
* GDPR, Article 4(1)1
* GDPR, Article 2(1)2
* GDPR, Article 9(1)3
* GDPR, Article 4(14)4
NEW QUESTION # 27
Article 57 of the UK GDPR states that the tasks of the Commissioner include -Select the INCORRECT answer
- A. Providing general guidance to clarify the law.
- B. Adopting consistency findings in cross-border data protection cases
- C. Handling complaints raised by individuals/data subjects
- D. Advising UK Parliament on issues related to the protection of personal data
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
Article 57 of the UK GDPR states that the tasks of the Commissioner include handling complaints raised by individuals/data subjects, providing general guidance to clarify the law, and advising UK Parliament on issues related to the protection of personal data, among other tasks. However, adopting consistency findings in cross-border data protection cases is not a task of the Commissioner, but of the European Data Protection Board (EDPB), which is an independent body composed of the heads of the supervisory authorities of the EU and EEA member states and the European Data Protection Supervisor. The EDPB is responsible for ensuring the consistent application of the EU GDPR across the EU and EEA, and for issuing opinions and decisions on matters of general application or affecting more than one member state. The UK is no longer part of the EU or the EEA, and therefore the EDPB does not have jurisdiction over the UK GDPR or the Commissioner. The UK has its own mechanism for ensuring consistency and cooperation with other countries, which involves the Commissioner and the Secretary of State. References:
* Article 57 of the UK GDPR1
* Article 63 and 64 of the EU GDPR4
* ICO guidance on the UK GDPR and the EU GDPR5
NEW QUESTION # 28
Where a processor engages another processor ("sub-processor") to carry out processing activities on behalf of a controller, which of the following statements is CORRECT?
- A. The processor may use the sub-processor without the written authorisation of the controller if the sub-processor signs a contract which reflects the same obligations as the contract with the controller
- B. The processor may use the sub-processor without the written authorisation of the controller if it adheres to an approved code of conduct
- C. The processor must receive prior written authorisation to use the sub-processor
- D. The processor may use the sub-processor without the written authorisation of the controller if the processing is deemed to be low risk.
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
Article 28(2) of UK GDPR states that where a processor engages another processor ("sub-processor") for carrying out specific processing activities on behalf of the controller, the same data protection obligations as set out in the contract or other legal act between the controller and the processor shall be imposed on that other processor by way of a contract or other legal act under domestic law, in particular providing sufficient guarantees to implement appropriate technical and organisational measures in such a manner that the processing will meet the requirements of UK GDPR. The processor shall not engage another processor without prior specific or general written authorisation of the controller. In the case of general written authorisation, theprocessor shall inform the controller of any intended changes concerning the addition or replacement of other processors, thereby giving the controller the opportunity to object to such changes. The other options are incorrect, as they do not reflect the requirements of UK GDPR for using a sub-processor. The processor cannot use a sub-processor without the written authorisation of the controller, regardless of whether it adheres to an approved code of conduct, signs a contract with the same obligations as the controller, or deems the processing to be low risk. References:
* Article 28(2) of UK GDPR1
* ICO guidance on contracts and liabilities between controllers and processors3
NEW QUESTION # 29
Who is entitled to a private life by law in the UK?
- A. All individuals.
- B. All individuals save for Members of Parliament
- C. Private individuals who do not conduct their business on public platforms (such as professional sports people and actors
- D. Nobody
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
The right to a private life is a fundamental human right that is protected by law in the UK. Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), which is incorporated into UK law by the Human Rights Act
1998, states that "Everyone has the right to respect for his private and family life, his home and his correspondence". This right applies to all individuals, regardless of their status, profession, or public exposure.
The right to a private life covers aspects such as personal identity, personal relationships, physical and mental well-being, personal data, and correspondence. However, this right is not absolute and can be limited or interfered with by the state or other parties in certain circumstances, such as for the protection of national security, public safety, health, morals, or the rights and freedoms of others. References:
* Article 8 of the ECHR1
* Human Rights Act 19982
* ICO Guide to Data Protection3
NEW QUESTION # 30
What is the meaning of storage limitation in relation to UK GDPR Article 5 (1 )(e)?
- A. Storing data in a secure format only permitting access to those with a business need
- B. Keeping identifiable personal data for no longer than is necessary for the intended processing
- C. Only storing data in locations within the EU. except where there is an adequacy decision.
- D. Limiting the number of records stored in any single repository to minimise risk surface.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
Storage limitation is one of the principles of data protection under the UK GDPR. It means that personal data should not be kept in a form that allows identification of data subjects for longer than is necessary for the purposes for which the data are processed. The UK GDPR does not specify any fixed time limits for different types of data, but rather requires data controllers to determine and justify the appropriate retention periods for their processing activities, taking into account factors such as the nature, scope, context and purposes of the processing, the risks to the rights and freedoms of data subjects, and the legal obligations and expectations of the data controller. Data controllers should also have a policy setting out standard retention periods where possible, and review the data they hold regularly to ensure that it is erased or anonymised when it is no longer needed. Data subjects have the right to request the erasure of their personal data if the data controller no longer has a lawful basis or a legitimate interest for keeping it. The UK GDPR allows for some exceptions to the storage limitation principle, such as when the personal data is processed solely forarchiving purposes in the public interest, scientific or historical research purposes, or statistical purposes, subject to appropriate safeguards for the rights and freedoms of data subjects. References:
* UK GDPR, Article 5 (1) (e) and (2)4
* UK GDPR, Article 175
* UK GDPR, Article 896
* ICO Guide to Data Protection, Storage Limitation7
NEW QUESTION # 31
What is the basis of the accountability and data governance obligation (Article 5 (2) of the GDPR)?
- A. The controller shall appoint a DPO before carrying out large scale processing
- B. Controllers and Processors each have a responsibility to conduct legitimate interests balancing tests before processing data for direct marketing
- C. The controller shall be responsible for. and be able to demonstrate compliance with the data protection principles.
- D. Processors have overarching responsibility to ensure their processing is compliant
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
Article 5(2) of the GDPR introduces the principle of accountability, which requires that the controller is responsible for, and be able to demonstrate compliance with, the data protection principles set out in Article
5(1). These principles are: lawfulness, fairness and transparency; purpose limitation; data minimisation; accuracy; storage limitation; integrity and confidentiality; and data protection by design and by default. The controller must implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure and demonstrate compliance, such as policies, procedures, records, audits, reviews, and DPIAs. The controller must also cooperate with the supervisory authority and provide any information requested by it. The other options are not the basis of the accountability and data governance obligation, although they may be related to other obligations under the GDPR. References:
* Article 5(2) of the GDPR3
* ICO guidance on accountability and governance4
NEW QUESTION # 32
If a complainant disagrees with the decision of the UK's supervisory authority, how do they appeal this decision?
- A. To the First Tier Tribunal (Information Rights)
- B. To the Information Commissioner
- C. To the European Commission
- D. To the European Data Protection Supervisor.
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
If a complainant disagrees with the decision of the UK's supervisory authority, which is the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), they have the right to appeal to the First Tier Tribunal (Information Rights).
The tribunal is an independent body that can review the ICO's decision and either uphold it, vary it or cancel it. The tribunal can also direct the ICO to take certain actions, such as issuing a decision notice or an enforcement notice. The appeal must be lodged within 28 days of receiving the ICO's decision, using the notice of appeal form and providing the relevant documents and grounds for appeal. The tribunal will then notify the ICO and the complainant of the appeal and the procedure for dealing with it. The tribunal may hold a hearing to examine the evidence and arguments of both parties, or decide the case on the basis of written submissions only. The tribunal will issue a written decision, which will be sent to both parties and published on the tribunal's website. The tribunal's decision can be further appealed tothe Upper Tribunal on a point of law, with the permission of the First Tier Tribunal or the Upper Tribunal. References:
* Information rights and data protection: appeal against the Information Commissioner1
* Notice of appeal form2
* First Tier Tribunal (Information Rights) website3
NEW QUESTION # 33
When were data protection rights first introduced into UK law'?
- A. 1992 (Data Protection Act 1992).
- B. 2018 (Data Protection Act 2018)
- C. 2000 (Data Protection Act 1998)
- D. 1984 (Data Protection Act 1984).
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
Data protection rights were first introduced into UK law by the Data Protection Act 1984, which was enacted to implement the Council of Europe Convention for the Protection of Individuals with regard to Automatic Processing of Personal Data of 1981. The Data Protection Act 1984 established a set of principles for the processing of personal data by data users, such as obtaining consent, ensuring accuracy, and limiting retention.
It also created a system of registration for data users and a Data Protection Registrar (later renamed as the Information Commissioner) to oversee and enforce the law. The Data Protection Act 1984 was replaced by the Data Protection Act 1998, which transposed the EU Data Protection Directive 1995 into UK law and extended the scope of data protection to cover manual as well as automated processing of personal data. The Data Protection Act 1998 was further amended by the Data Protection Act 2018, which incorporated the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Law Enforcement Directive into UK law and made provisions for specific processing situations, such as national security, immigration, and journalism.
References:
* Data Protection Act 19844
* Council of Europe Convention 1085
* Data Protection Act 19986
* Data Protection Act 20187
NEW QUESTION # 34
Describe the act of processing under the authority of a controller or processor as stipulated in UK GDPR Article 29.
- A. The processor shall consult the supervisory authority prior to processing where a data protection impact assessment indicates that the processing would result in a high risk in the absence of measures taken by the processor to mitigate the risk.
- B. Each processor and, where applicable, the processors representative shall maintain a record of all categories of processing activities earned out on behalf of a controller.
- C. The processor shall implement appropriate technical and organisational measures for ensuring that, by default, only personal data which are necessary for each specific purpose of the processing are processed.
- D. A processor shall not process those data except on instructions from the controller, unless required to do so by domestic law
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
Article 29 of UK GDPR states that the processor and any person acting under the authority of the controller or of the processor, who has access to personal data, shall not process those data except on instructions from the controller, unless required to do so by domestic law. This means that the processor must follow the controller's directions on how to handle the personal data, and cannot use it for its own purposes or deviate from the agreed terms. The only exception is when the processor is obliged by law to process the data in a different way, for example, to comply with a court order or a legal obligation. The other options are not related to Article 29, but to other articles of UK GDPR, such as Article 25 (data protection by design and by default), Article 30 (records of processing activities), and Article 36 (prior consultation). References:
* Article 29 of UK GDPR1
* ICO guidance on controllers and processors2
NEW QUESTION # 35
In which of the following circumstances does a public authority NOT need to appoint a Data Protection Officer?
- A. Where it processes a large amount of personal data
- B. Where it processes special category data
- C. Where it is defined as a public body in the Data Protection Act 2018
- D. Where it is a court acting in its judicial capacity
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
Under Article 37 of the UK GDPR, a public authority or a public body must appoint a data protection officer (DPO) unless it is a court acting in its judicial capacity. This is the only exception for public authorities or bodies from the obligation to appoint a DPO. The other circumstances listed in the question, such as processing a large amount of personal data, processing special category data, or being defined as a public body in the Data Protection Act 2018, do not exempt a public authority or a public body from appointing a DPO.
References:
* Article 37 of the UK GDPR2
* Data protection officers | ICO2
NEW QUESTION # 36
What does NOT have an exemption prescribed under schedule 3 of the Data Protection Act 2018?
- A. Health data
- B. Social Work Data.
- C. Education data, examination scripts and marks
- D. Credit checking agency data
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 37
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