Data Protection

https://www.ofgem.gov.uk/ofgem-publications/63546/smart-metering-data-privacy-and-security.pdf

Quote from Ofgem Guidance:

We are proposing the principle that consumers should be able to choose how their consumption data is used and by whom, except where the data is required to fulfill regulated duties. This principle reflects that being considered by energy regulatory bodies across Europe it is this principle upon which we intend to build our approach to privacy issues.

To help consumers understand better how smart me tering data will be used we are proposing to work with stakeholders to develop a privacy charter. Such an approach is seen as good practice by the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

The Government is committed to every home in Great Britain having smart energy meters , and consequently empowering people to manage their energy consumption.

• Personal data must be fairly and lawfully processed
• Personal data must be obtained only for specified and lawful purposes, and must not be further processed in a manner which is incompatible with that purpose
• Personal data must be adequate, relevant and not excessive in relation to the purpose for which it is processed
• Personal data must be accurate and, where necessary, kept up to date
• Personal data processed for any purpose must not be kept for longer than is necessary for that purpose
• Personal data must be processed in accordance with the person's rights under the DPA
• Appropriate technical and organisational measures shall be taken against unauthorised or unlawful processing of personal data and against accidental loss or destruction of, or damage to, personal data; and
• Personal data must not be transferred outside the European Economic Area unless that country or territory ensures an adequate level of protection in relation to the processing of personal data.