Peter believes that some personal data held on him by ABC Bank plc is inaccurate. In relation to the inaccurate data, Peter can:

• A. A instruct ABC to restrict its use.
• B. B instruct ABC to rectify it.
• C. C object to its use.
• D. D (i), (ii) and (iii).

Answer: (D)

When personal data is inaccurate, you have several rights aimed at correcting and limiting the use of that data. You can demand that the bank rectify the inaccuracy so the record reflects correct information. You can also request a restriction of processing while the accuracy issue is investigated or resolved, meaning the bank may store the data but not use it for most purposes until it’s verified. Additionally, you can object to the use of the data in certain processing situations (for example, where processing is based on the bank’s legitimate interests or for direct marketing), and the bank may need to stop or adjust processing in response to that objection. Because each of these rights can apply to inaccurate data, all of the above options are available to the data subject. In practice, the bank would typically address these requests promptly and inform the data subject of the outcome, within established time limits.