The Customs Department collects and processes the data necessary for the execution of its functions as required by national and EU law.  All data is processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2001.  In the course of their duties our employees may access data you give us; personal data may also be disclosed to third parties, including Government Departments, national authorities and agencies, as authorised by law.  For further information please refer to the Department’s Data Protection Policy (linked above).