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When using the Model Clauses for the transfer of data between the EU and the US, if you amend in some way, does this deem them invalid in their entirety?

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US government surveillance in the context of EU data protection law

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International personal data transfer—data recipient questionnaire

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Standard contractual clauses—set I—controller to controller (Model Clauses)

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Personal data transfers between the EEA and UK—sub-provision for standard contractual clauses to apply if no adequacy

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Appendix 1 to the Standard contractual clauses—set II—controller to processor (Model Clauses)

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Appendix 2 to the Standard contractual clauses—set II—controller to processor (Model Clauses)

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