The European Commission has introduced a European Register of protected data to improve access to public sector information. The initiative is presented through the data.europa.eu platform as part of wider data-sharing efforts.
According to the Commission, the register provides a central point for discovering protected data held by public authorities. It is designed to make such datasets more visible and easier to locate.
The platform helps users identify conditions under which protected data can be accessed and reused. This includes guidance on legal and technical requirements linked to sensitive datasets.
The European Commission states that the register aims to strengthen transparency and data-driven innovation while supporting access to public sector information across the European Union.
Originally written by: Digital Watch
Source: Digital Watch
Published on: 21 April 2026
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