ARTICLE
17 September 2015

DDPA Comments On Public-Private Online Identification Standard

JD
Jones Day

Contributor

Jones Day is a global law firm with more than 2,500 lawyers across five continents. The Firm is distinguished by a singular tradition of client service; the mutual commitment to, and the seamless collaboration of, a true partnership; formidable legal talent across multiple disciplines and jurisdictions; and shared professional values that focus on client needs.
On June 11, the DDPA commented on eID (source document in Dutch), a proposed new standard for online identification for access to both corporate and government services.
Netherlands Privacy

On June 11, the DDPA commented on eID (source document in Dutch), a proposed new standard for online identification for access to both corporate and government services. The authority expressed concerns about the shared responsibility and accountability for the platform and noted that the Data Protection Act requires the appointment of a single responsible party. The DDPA also stated that the proposed use of a Citizen Service Number for corporate services requires a statutory basis currently missing from the eID platform.

The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.

Mondaq uses cookies on this website. By using our website you agree to our use of cookies as set out in our Privacy Policy.

Learn More