Ireland - MCDONALD’S has defended the use of a hidden camera in the bathroom of a Dublin restaurant.
The primitive device, hidden in a smoke alarm in men’s bathroom in its Temple Bar branch, is pointed towards the sink area.
This leaves urinals and cubicles out of view.
A statement from McDonald’s noted that means the camera is “fully compliant with all appropriate legislation and guidelines in this area”.
Data Protection laws state that there are circumstances in which a camera can be installed in a bathroom. (more)