Kucuk, Esin and Kuskonmaz, Esin (2025) Solidarity at the intersection of data sharing and data protection: A normative analysis. Maastricht Journal of European and Comparative Law, 31 (6). pp. 728-747. DOI https://doi.org/10.1177/1023263X251314444
Kucuk, Esin and Kuskonmaz, Esin (2025) Solidarity at the intersection of data sharing and data protection: A normative analysis. Maastricht Journal of European and Comparative Law, 31 (6). pp. 728-747. DOI https://doi.org/10.1177/1023263X251314444
Kucuk, Esin and Kuskonmaz, Esin (2025) Solidarity at the intersection of data sharing and data protection: A normative analysis. Maastricht Journal of European and Comparative Law, 31 (6). pp. 728-747. DOI https://doi.org/10.1177/1023263X251314444
Abstract
This article examines the role of solidarity in shaping evolving EU data-sharing policies, with a focus on the Data Governance Act. It seeks to demonstrate how solidarity can articulate the boundaries of the concept of ‘general interest’, guide proportionality assessments in data-sharing decisions and inform harm mitigation strategies. The analysis reveals that solidarity not only broadens the understanding of general interest by emphasizing its collective benefits but also provides safeguards for societal vulnerabilities. In cases of tension, solidarity ensures that general interests are pursued while prioritizing the need to prevent and mitigate harm. Concluding, the article argues that solidarity offers a vital framework for reconciling the competing demands of data sharing and data protection by promising a balanced approach to the EU's evolving data governance landscape.
Item Type: | Article |
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Uncontrolled Keywords: | Data solidarity general interest solidarity as a factor of balancing harm mitigation |
Divisions: | Faculty of Arts and Humanities Faculty of Arts and Humanities > Essex Law School |
SWORD Depositor: | Unnamed user with email elements@essex.ac.uk |
Depositing User: | Unnamed user with email elements@essex.ac.uk |
Date Deposited: | 18 Mar 2025 14:01 |
Last Modified: | 18 Mar 2025 14:01 |
URI: | http://repository.essex.ac.uk/id/eprint/39459 |
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