Jamaica: Adopted Data Protection Act, 2020 including data protection measures
Description
Adopted Data Protection Act, 2020 including data protection measures
In June 2020, the Jamaican Government adopted the Data Protection Act, 2020, which encompasses provisions for data protection. Notably, the Act establishes that consent serves as a legal foundation for the processing of personal data, especially in …
Scope
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Data protection regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
cross-cutting
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
legislature
Government Body
parliament