Chapter 4: 1st October 2009

The Data Protection Request

Dear Sir,

I am writing to request all the information to which I am entitled to under section 7(1) of the Data Protection Act 1998.

I would be interested in any discussion or opinions expressed within your organisation of my person, reputation, character, history or behaviour, actual or perceived.

I should make it clear that this request should also cover all or any other information you may hold. I hope that you will be able to comprehensively search all your records. The definition of "personal data" under the Act covers both facts and opinions about myself as an individual, as well as information regarding the intentions of your organisation towards myself as an individual.

This request should therefore cover any internal/external memos, emails, faxes and any other correspondence or readily accessible data held on computer by your organisation, which could be classified as 'personal data' under the 1998 Data Protection Act. This covers both manual and electronic data.

In line with the process detailed on your website, I have enclosed a copy of my passport, a utility bill and a cheque for £10.

I understand that under the act, I should be entitled to a response within 40 days. I would be grateful if you could confirm in writing that you have received this request. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future.

Yours Sincerely,

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