NORWEGIAN DPA IMPOSES FINE ON RÆLİNGEN MUNICIPALITY

19.08.2020

The Norwegian Data Protection Authority (“DPA”) has imposed an administrative fine of EUR 47,500 to Rælingen Municipality due to processing of data concerning health of children with special needs using the digital learning platform Showbie.

While the infringement affects 15 children with special needs, the necessary risk and data protection impact assessments and testing have not been completed before the application was put to use. Lack of security measures when logging in to the application has made it possible to obtain information about other children in the group. 

The DPA has chosen to reduce the fine after an overall assessment, made on the basis of an inquiry from Rælingen municipality. The case has not been appealed, and the fee of EUR 47,500 is final.

You can reach the decision here.

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