Privacy campaigners have expressed concerns about potential abuses of power under new data protection legislation introduced in the UK Parliament. The proposed laws could allow the government to use personal data for political campaigning, granting the ruling party an electoral advantage. Campaigners liken these powers to “Henry VIII powers,” enabling changes to rules with minimal parliamentary oversight. The government asserts that personal data use for political engagement is not among the bill’s provisions and emphasizes safeguards, including consultation and parliamentary approval. Critics argue that the bill prioritizes business facilitation over human rights.
Source: The Guardian – Data protection bill leaves room for governmental abuse, campaigners warn
