Sweden provides certain privacy and data security protections and requirements. Companies subject to the law should be familiar with all relevant privacy and data laws or regulations, including those listed below.
Privacy Laws and Regulations
National-Federal Laws and Regulations
The Swedish Act with Supplementary Provisions concerning the EU General Data Protection Regulation (2018:218)
Swedish Implementation of the EU Whistleblowing Directive
The Camera Surveillance Act (2018:1200)
The Patient Data Act (2008:355)
The Patient Data Ordinance (2008: 360)
Guidance on DPIAs
Data Protection Officer Guidance
Guidance on camera surveillance
Guidance on Records of Processing Activities
Guidance on Requesting Prior Consultation
Guidance on Sensitive Personal Information
Anti-Spam Laws and Regulations
The Marketing Act (1995:450)
Electronic Communications Act
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