Article 5 Non-discrimination and fundamental rights

Processing of personal data for the purposes of this Regulation shall not result in discrimination against persons on any grounds such as gender, race, colour, ethnic or social origin, genetic features, language, religion or belief, political or any other opinion, membership of a national minority, property, birth, disability, age or sexual orientation. It shall fully respect human dignity and integrity and fundamental rights, including the right to respect for one's private life and to the protection of personal data. Particular attention shall be paid to children, the elderly, persons with a disability and persons in need of international protection. The best interests of the child shall be a primary consideration.