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New Legislation Strengthens Protections for Personal Data Subjects in Belarus

Belarusian Parliament Approves Amendments to Law on Personal Data Protection, Enhancing Rights and Obligations of Operators and Individuals

MINSK, BELARUS - In a significant move towards strengthening data protection, the Belarusian parliament has approved amendments to the Law on Personal Data Protection, introducing new rights and obligations for both operators and individuals.

New Rights and Obligations

The updated legislation aims to ensure a higher level of protection for personal data subjects, providing them with greater control over their personal information. Under the new provisions:

  • Individuals have the right to withdraw consent for the processing of their personal data at any time without giving reasons.
  • Operators are obligated to erase or restrict the use of such data within 15 days.
  • Individuals have the right to receive information on the processing of personal data, including:
    • Confirmation of the fact of processing
    • Purposes of processing
    • Legal basis for processing Operators must provide this information within five working days of receiving an application from the individual.

Additional Rights and Obligations

  • Individuals have the right to rectify inaccurate or incomplete personal data, with operators obligated to do so within 15 days.
  • Individuals have the right to demand the termination of processing and/or erasure of their personal data in cases where there is no legal basis for such processing.

How to Exercise Rights

To exercise these rights, individuals must submit an application to the operator in writing form or electronic document, providing necessary information including:

  • Surname
  • First name
  • Patronymic name (if any)
  • Residential address
  • Date of birth
  • Identification documents (as required by legislative acts)

Quotes

  • “This updated law is a significant step towards strengthening data protection in Belarus,” said [Name], Chairman of the Belarusian Parliament’s Committee on Legislation.
  • “We believe that these amendments will provide greater peace of mind for individuals, knowing that their personal data is being protected and handled responsibly,” added [Name], Representative of the Belarusian Personal Data Protection Authority.
  • “Belarusian Government Launches Public Consultation on Draft Law on Personal Data Protection”
  • “Data Protection in Belarus: A Growing Concern for Individuals and Businesses Alike”

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story!