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Where is the PSI Directive transposed into law in my country?

I'm looking for the laws that govern open dat in my country, and especially where the PSI Directive has been transposed into national law?

What is in the EC's proposal for the new PSI Directive?

In December of 2011 the European Commission proposed an Open Data Strategy for Europe. Amending the PSI Directive is a key element in that proposal. What is in the amended PSI Directive, as proposed by the EC?

What are the barriers to open data?

Opening up data for re-use can seem both simple and complex at the same time. Questions to answer and barriers to overcome can feel overwhelming. This factsheet aims to help you ﬁnd your way in the maze.

How does PSI re-use relate to privacy and data protection?

Privacy protection is an important element in ensuring the credibility and viability of PSI re-use. This is an explanation how the PSI Directive relates to the legal protection of personal data, and provides the main principles to take into account when PSI re-use (open data) is concerned.

What is the area of application of the PSI Directive?

The PSI Directive empowers citizens and companies to reap benefits from documents held by public sector bodies. Availing of these rights requires an understanding of the relevant rules in the PSI Directive, which at first sight may seem a bit complicated. This fact sheet therefore provides a tool that should resolve most of the basic questions on this matter.