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BCS Exam PDP9 Topic 6 Question 25 Discussion

Actual exam question for BCS's PDP9 exam
Question #: 25
Topic #: 6
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Who is entitled to a private life by law in the UK?

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Suggested Answer: A

The right to a private life is a fundamental human right that is protected by law in the UK. Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), which is incorporated into UK law by the Human Rights Act 1998, states that ''Everyone has the right to respect for his private and family life, his home and his correspondence''. This right applies to all individuals, regardless of their status, profession, or public exposure. The right to a private life covers aspects such as personal identity, personal relationships, physical and mental well-being, personal data, and correspondence. However, this right is not absolute and can be limited or interfered with by the state or other parties in certain circumstances, such as for the protection of national security, public safety, health, morals, or the rights and freedoms of others.Reference:

Article 8 of the ECHR1

Human Rights Act 19982

ICO Guide to Data Protection3


by Elli at Sep 14, 2024, 09:48 PM

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Margot
1 months ago
Aha, I've got it! The answer has to be C. I mean, come on, even celebrities deserve a little bit of privacy, right? They're not public property, you know.
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Nana
5 days ago
I think the law should protect everyone's right to privacy, regardless of their profession.
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Juliann
8 days ago
But what about politicians? Shouldn't they be held to a higher standard?
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Daryl
13 days ago
I agree, everyone deserves some privacy, even famous people.
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Casie
1 months ago
But what about public figures like Members of Parliament? Shouldn't they have less privacy?
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Cyril
1 months ago
I agree with William. It's a basic human right to have privacy.
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William
1 months ago
I think all individuals are entitled to a private life by law in the UK.
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Geraldo
1 months ago
D. Nobody? Really? That's a bit harsh, don't you think? I guess the government just wants to keep a close eye on all of us, even in the privacy of our own homes. *nervous laughter*
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Felice
2 months ago
Hmm, I'm going to have to go with B on this one. I mean, even our esteemed Members of Parliament should have some level of privacy, right? They're not robots, after all.
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Anika
26 days ago
True, it's a fine line to balance between transparency and privacy.
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Tyra
1 months ago
I think so, but they are still entitled to some privacy.
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Yvonne
1 months ago
I agree, everyone deserves some level of privacy.
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Refugia
1 months ago
But shouldn't public figures like Members of Parliament be held to a higher standard?
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Shannan
2 months ago
I think the obvious answer here is C. Private individuals who don't operate in the public sphere should have the right to privacy, right? Anything else would be a bit of a stretch.
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Ivette
2 months ago
Yes, it makes sense that those who don't conduct business in public should have that right.
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Lorean
2 months ago
I agree, private individuals should have the right to privacy.
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