The following paragraph seeks to give practical effect to section 26 and to the Personal Data Duration of Retention Principle (Data Protection Principle 2(2)):
| 2.5 | Without prejudice to the general requirements of the Ordinance: | ||
| 2.5.1 | Where paragraph 2.3.4.2 applies, the data user should take all reasonably practicable steps to erase the record of an identity card number upon the holder of the identity card leaving the premises or ceasing to have the use of the equipment concerned (as the case may be), or within a reasonable time thereafter; and | ||
| 2.5.2 | where paragraph 2.3.4.3 applies, the data user should take all reasonably practicable steps to erase the record of an identity card number upon the holder of the identity card ceasing to have custody or control of the property concerned, or within a reasonable time thereafter. | ||