Electronic monitoring

Security cameras are an important part of the security system at the Iceland Academy of the Arts. Experience has shown that security cameras have a significant deterrent effect and can be invaluable in detecting theft and vandalism. They are part of an effort to protect the assets of the Iceland Academy of the Arts, its staff and students, and to improve security on campus in general.

The monitoring is carried out on the basis of the legitimate interests of the Iceland Academy of the Arts in relation to asset and security protection, cf. point 6 of Article 9. Act No. 90/2018 and Article 6, paragraph 1, point f. Regulation (EU) 2016/679The body responsible for monitoring is the Iceland Academy of the Arts.

When using security cameras, rules must be followed. No. 50/2023 on electronic monitoringNo data is collected about individuals and no data is stored for longer than thirty days unless specific reasons are given.

On the privacy website you can find answers to frequently asked questions about security cameras and the rules that apply to them.

There are security cameras at the entrances of all university buildings and in many areas outside.

Further information about the rights of individuals in connection with security camera monitoring can be obtained from the system administrator, Björgvin Þorgrímsson (bjorgvin@lhi.is) and the Privacy Officer of the Iceland Academy of the Arts, Elínborg Jónsdóttir (bba-elinborg@lhi.is).