Chapter I — General provisions
Chapter II — Principles
Chapter III — Rights of the data subject
Chapter IV — Controller and processor
Chapter V — Transfers of personal data to third countries or international organisations
Chapter VI — Independent supervisory authorities
Chapter VII — Cooperation and consistency
Chapter VIII — Remedies, liability and penalties
Chapter IX — Provisions relating to specific processing situations
Chapter X — Delegated acts and implementing acts
Chapter XI — Final provisions
Recitals 56 / 173
Where in the course of electoral activities, the operation of the democratic system in a Member State requires that political parties compile personal data on people's political opinions, the processing of such data may be permitted for reasons of public interest, provided that appropriate safeguards are established.