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210 Cameras in Mallorca: Who Counts Our Cars — And at What Cost?

Safeguards Mallorca Should Set Before Using Camera Data

Experts say Mallorca should publish a data protection review, limit raw data use and add independent oversight.

Published: April 22, 2026
210 Cameras in Mallorca: Who Counts Our Cars — And at What Cost?

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What protections should Mallorca put in place before using camera data for policy?

A transparent data protection impact assessment should come first, along with clear rules on storage, access and deletion. The safest approach is to use anonymized, statistical data for planning and to publish error rates before any restrictions are based on the counts. Independent oversight would also help build trust.

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