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Why Prescription Packaging Displays Personal Data
The Latvian Data State Inspectorate (DVI) has issued guidance explaining why pharmacy names and pharmacist identifiers appear on prescription drug packaging. The pharmacy name is legally required to verify dispensing and process reimbursement claims, while patient surnames are not required and may be omitted on request.
Modified Opening Hours April 30, 8am to 1pm
On April 30, 2026, the Latvia DVI office will operate modified hours from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM with a lunch break from 12:00 to 12:30. Telephone consultations will be available from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The modified schedule is based on Article 135 of the Labour Law, as April 30 precedes the Labour Day public holiday.
2 Legal Consultant Vacancies, Data Protection, Latvia
The Latvian Data Protection Inspectorate (DVI) has posted two legal consultant vacancies for its Prevention Division. The positions involve legal consultation work related to data protection matters under Latvian and EU data protection law. No regulatory obligations or compliance deadlines are established by this vacancy announcement.
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