Data protection & your business
The Data Protection Act 1998 governs the use of personal information by businesses and other organisations. If your business requires that you store people's personal details, such as customer or employee records, then you must comply with the Act.Data protection guidelines
Advice for small businesses on data compliance from the Information Commissioner
This is a guide to following the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998 (the DPA).
The DPA aims to promote high standards in the handling of personal information
and so protect the individual’s right to privacy.