NorwayHverdag 6 · Everyday life in Norway

Which public agency makes sure that personal data is handled in the right way?

In the exam (Norwegian)

Hvilken offentlig etat passer på at personopplysninger blir behandlet på riktig måte?

  1. aThe Norwegian Tax Administration (Skatteetaten)Skatteetaten
  2. bThe Norwegian Food Safety Authority (Mattilsynet)Mattilsynet
  3. cThe Norwegian Data Protection Authority (Datatilsynet)DatatilsynetCorrect answer

Why?

The Data Protection Authority supervises that the rules on privacy are followed. You can also get advice there about your rights.

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