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'I'd Tell You Everything if You'd Pick up the Telephone': Political Expression and Data Protection

Lookup NU author(s): Dr Daithi Mac Sithigh

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Abstract

Discusses the significance of Directive 2002/58 in terms of its effect on democratic political activities. Comments on the data protection framework in the UK, noting problems experienced by political parties attempting direct marketing by means of automated messaging as part of their campaigning. Looks at the scope and definition of the law, addressing direct marketing issues and whether there is a case for treating political communication differently. Examines the impact of the framework on human rights, including the provisions of the European Convention on Human Rights 1950 art.10.

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Author(s): Mac Síthigh D

Publication type: Article

Publication status: Published

Journal: European Human Rights Law Review

Year: 2011

Pages: 166-175

Print publication date: 01/01/2011

ISSN (print): 1361-1526

Publisher: Sweet & Maxwell Ltd

URL: http://ssrn.com/abstract=1849603

Notes: http://ssrn.com/abstract=1849603

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