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It is possible that, during a search, the CCPC may seize or copy material that may be the subject of privacy or legal professional privilege claims. In order to protect such material, the CCPC has adopted a statement.<\/p>\n<p>This statement outlines the principles applied by the CCPC when using its powers to carry out searches<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ccpc.inventise.ie\/consumers\/about\/governance\/data-protection-and-privacy\/statement-on-privacy-and-lpp-rights\/\">Statement on Privacy and Legal Professional Privilege Rights<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has the power, under its legislation to carry out searches of business premises and private homes, on foot of a search warrant issued by the District Court. 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