All 99 Articles Chapter 2: Principles
Where you rely on consent, it must be freely given, specific, informed and unambiguous — and as easy to withdraw as it was to give. Pre-ticked boxes and bundled consent do not count.
Key points
- You must be able to demonstrate that the person consented.
- The request must be clearly distinguishable, in plain language.
- Withdrawal must be as easy as giving consent.
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