Spatial Law and Policy Update (July 21, 2010)

Privacy
Australian official states Google Street View is "illegal"

Germany requires more scrutiny when transferring data to the U.S. under Safe Harbor provisions

Facebook's Privacy Policies Hit a Language Barrier

Coalition Calls For Regulations For Tracking of Medical Devices

Public Sector Information
EU Prepares For Review of Public Sector Information Directive

Data quality
National Geodetic Survey uses geospatial technology to improve map accuracy

Miscellaneous
Commission welcomes European Parliament approval of new legal framework for intelligent Transport Systems