Overview
This article establishes that the European Commission shall be assisted by a committee, as defined in Regulation (EU) No 182/2011, to support the implementation of GDPR. The procedures applicable to the committee are outlined in Articles 5 and 8 of Regulation 182/2011, ensuring structured oversight and guidance.
Key Principles
Assistance to the Commission: Committee supports GDPR implementation and related delegated acts.
Legal Framework: Operates under Regulation (EU) No 182/2011.
Structured Procedures: Committee actions follow Articles 5 and 8 for consultation and decision-making.
Accountability and Oversight: Ensures compliance with procedural requirements and facilitates coordinated implementation.
Organizational Applicability
This article applies to:
The European Commission and its designated committees for GDPR implementation.
Member State representatives participating in the committee.
Supervisory authorities and organizations impacted by delegated acts and committee guidance.
Legal and compliance teams monitoring regulatory developments and committee decisions.
Implementation Requirements
Establish the committee to assist in GDPR implementation.
Apply procedures as outlined in Articles 5 and 8 of Regulation 182/2011.
Document committee decisions, guidance, and communications.
Ensure effective coordination with the European Commission and Member States.
Implementation Guidance
Maintain records of committee meetings, recommendations, and votes.
Train staff on committee procedures, consultation processes, and reporting requirements.
Communicate relevant decisions and guidance to supervisory authorities and affected organizations.
Periodically review committee processes to ensure efficiency, compliance, and transparency.
Periodic Review
Frequency: Annually or when committee procedures, membership, or GDPR implementation priorities change.
Responsible Role: European Commission, Committee Secretariat, Legal and Compliance Teams.
Outcome: Ensure GDPR is implemented consistently, with structured oversight and coordination.
Non-Compliance Risks
Fines: Up to €20 million or 4% of global annual turnover for supervised entities failing GDPR compliance.
Legal Exposure: Challenges arising from improper consultation, delegated acts, or implementation errors.
Reputational Damage: Loss of confidence in Commission oversight and GDPR implementation.
Operational Risk: Ineffective committee procedures may delay regulatory guidance or enforcement actions.