Any experts in Data Protection here?

I think it may depend on what you signed as part of the lease to be honest mate.

One could argue that it was necessary for her to retain that information in case she needed to confirm your identity if she needed to take any legal action against you (as a landlord).

However, the fact that she has submitted it for no reason (caveat - I know no details of the case) is peculiar.

[Bibio]

ermmm .. from what i can remember.. if any company holds data weather it be in digital or paper format regarding peoples details.. said company has to have a registered data administrator to insure security of said data.. failing to have a data administrator in a company that hold records of peoples sensitive data is a serious offence and is punishable by a large fine and or a prison sentence..

the data protection act is well sketchy and is even more so with the new freedom of information act... they both contradict each other...

hope you get it sorted...