No. 3 Data Protection (2) the authority shall perform its functions and exercise the powers provided for under this act independent of the direction, influence or interference of any person or entity. 5.__(1) the authority shall regulate the processing of personal data as prescribed under this act and oversee the implementation, and be responsible for the enforcement, of this act. (2) notwithstanding the generality of subsection (1), the authority shall— (a) develop and publish guidelines on data protection to promote data protection and compliance with this act; (b) promote public awareness of this act and international personal data protection legal frameworks; (c) encourage the development and introduction of personal data protection technologies and administrative measures, in line with international standards and applicable international laws; (d) engage with national, regional and international authorities responsible for data protection to develop consistent and efficient approaches to the regulation of cross-border transfer of personal data; (e) advise the Minister on policy issues relating to personal data protection; (f) collect and publish information with respect to personal data protection, including personal data breaches; (g) keep and maintain a register of data controllers of significant importance and data processors of significant importance; and (h) do all such acts and things as are necessary or incidental to the implementation of this act. 6. the authority may— (a) designate a country, region or sector as affording adequate personal data protection standards for cross-border transfers pursuant to section 39; (b) prescribe and approve standard personal data protection contractual clauses; (c) issue compliance orders in cases where this act is contravened; and (d) do all such acts and things as are necessary or incidental to the implementation of this act. 7 Functions of the authority Powers of the authority