GDPR implementation in public administrationin Poland – 1.5 year after: An empirical analysis

Aim/purpose – The paper contains descriptive exploratory research on the implementa- tion of General Data Protection Requirements (GDPR) in a group Polish public ad- ministration offices. purpose this is to investigate current state personal data protection entities surveyed. Design/methodology/approach diagnostic survey method using Computer Assisted Web Interview was employed. conducted local government administration offices year and half after GDPR implementation. Findings All marshal majority districts (about 80%) confirmed that they comply with all requirements. situation slightly worse munic- ipal about 23% them declared do not In officials’ opinion may be improved by conducting training for employees, employee engagement, appropriate support office manage- ment. Another aspect draws attention very small budget dedicated implementation maintenance most Research implications/limitations limitation findings relatively low responsiveness questionnaire survey. Originality/value/contribution concerns new subject. Poland 18 months analyzed. So far, there no comprehensive has been into field administration. Keywords: Regulation (GDPR), administration, data, implementation, breaches. JEL Classification: M15, H83, K24.