PIPIDregeling

PIPIDregeling is a term used in Dutch policy discourse to refer to a prospective regulatory framework intended to govern the use, exchange, and protection of personal data in digital public services. The concept combines elements of data interoperability, privacy protection, and secure digital infrastructure, with the aim of making government and public-sector services more efficient while safeguarding citizens’ privacy. As of 2024, no statute named PIPIDregeling had been enacted into law.

Key aims include establishing common data standards for cross-agency data sharing, introducing privacy-by-design requirements, and creating a governance structure with clear accountability. The framework would cover public authorities, essential service providers, and partner organisations that handle public-sector data, imposing duties such as data minimisation, access controls, auditing, and DPIAs. It would also outline rules for digital identity verification and consent management, with alignment to the General Data Protection Regulation and national privacy legislation.

Implementation would be staged, starting with pilots in selected municipalities and sectors, followed by broader rollout. It would rely on a central regulatory body or oversight council responsible for compliance, enforcement, and guidance, supported by standards organisations and cybersecurity resources. Funding could come from national budgets, with potential additional support from European funds. Evaluation would focus on service delivery outcomes, privacy impacts, cost-effectiveness, and public trust.

Supporters argue that the PIPIDregeling could reduce redundancy, improve service quality, and enhance citizen trust in digital government. Critics warn of potential privacy risks, surveillance concerns, and administrative burden. The proposal emphasizes balancing efficiency with rights protection and robust oversight.