At present, there is no legislation in Gibraltar relating to data protection and there is none under consideration at this time. The reason for thi6 is that the use of computers in Gibraltar for storing information about individuals is still very much in its infancy. The Gibraltar Government has it in mind to computerize some of its records, e.g. PAYE (Pay-as—you-earn) and Housing, but as yet steps have not been taken to implement these proposals. If and when the use of computers becomes widespread, the appropriate legislation to protect the rights of individuals would be introduced. CCPR/C/58/Add.6 page 110 Article 21 7. At the same meeting, a question was asked about the discretionary powers of commissioners of police in the dependent territories in respect of conduct of public meetings (CCPR/C/SR.857, para. 64). Restrictions on public meetings and the regulation and prohibition of processions is dealt with under the Criminal Offences Ordinance, sections 31-35. The Commissioner of Police, with the sanction of the Governor, may issue a notice forbidding any public meeting from assembling in any road or public place. The Governor may in writing authorize the Commissioner or any police officer to go to and remain as long as necessary in any premises where a public meeting is taking place or is about to take place, entering if necessary by force. 8. In relation to processions, the Commissioner may impose upon the organizers or participants such conditions as appear to him to be necessary for the preservation of public order; and if at any time the Commissioner considers that, by reason of particular circumstances existing in Gibraltar, the above powers are not sufficient, he can apply to the Governor for any order prohibiting the holding of all public processions or any class of public procession for up to three months. 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the lack of legislation in Gibraltar regarding data protection and the powers of the Commissioner of Police in relation to public meetings and processions. The issues seem to be related to governance and law enforcement rather than any specific economic, environmental, or social sector.

**Category**
Government, Law Enforcement