Public sector responsibility
Privacy legislation and obligations required of government agencies.
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Agency responsibility
New Zealanders need to have trust and confidence in the way government manages their personal information.
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Domestic legislation
The handling of personal information in New Zealand is governed by the Privacy Act, privacy codes and other legislation.
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Māori-Crown relationship and Treaty obligations
The inclusion of Māori perspectives and cultural values can improve Māori trust and confidence in the handling of their personal and collective information.
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General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
GDPR governs the processing of the personal information of EU residents.