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Is a social media check legal?

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  • Ramya Sehmi

Yes, provided it complies with UK GDPR. The employer must have a lawful basis, inform the candidate, use only publicly available information, and focus strictly on factors relevant to the role not age, race, religion or other protected characteristics. 

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