Data protection management in university libraries in the UK

摘要

The paper, based on British Library funded research, exam- ines a range of issues relating to data protection manage- ment in UK university library and information services. A general description of data protection legislation in the UK is followed by a brief overview of the aspects which involve personal data in libraries. The results of an impact survey of UK university libraries ranging in size are reported in detail and discussed. Institutional experiences are noted, including the penetration of information technology (IT) into library activities, together with the organisation of data protection responsibilities and practice.