An autonomous and independent authority that safeguards the rights and freedoms of individuals in the processing of personal data. The Data Protection Act places it in connection with the Ministry of Justice.
What they do
Handles complaints, personal data breach notifications and rights requests, carries out audits and gives guidance. Its Sanctions Board imposes administrative fines, and the Office can also issue reprimands, compliance orders and processing bans. It has taken on tasks under the Finnish whistleblower act and the EU Digital Services Act.
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