Statement on the public sector approach
Two years ago, I set out my vision of working more effectively with public authorities across the UK so they could better protect people’s information, while transforming public services and improving outcomes for their communities.
Statement on the public sector approach from the Permanent Secretary of DSIT
The Information Commissioner has set out the outcome of his two-year trial of a new approach to regulating public sector organisations. His review notes the positive impact this has had in protecting personal data and highlighting some key challenges going forward. Considering the evidence, he has decided to continue with the public sector approach and keep it under review for the foreseeable future.
Advice to local authorities facing financial restrictions
Managing request volumes and issuing timely responses to requests for information are crucial to complying with your information access obligations.
Data protection is not an excuse when tackling scams and fraud
We are calling on organisations to share personal information responsibly to protect their customers from scams and fraud.
Our lives, our privacy: the 40 items that shaped 40 years of privacy rights
We are marking our 40 th anniversary by launching a digital exhibition telling the story of the most important moments in privacy and information rights over the past four decades.
Our lives, our privacy: the 40 items that shaped 40 years of privacy rights showcases key objects –…
Using Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs) to unlock value from data responsibly
On Thursday 7 November, DSIT’s Responsible Technology Adoption (RTA) Unit and the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) published the Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs) Cost-Benefit Awareness Tool.
Joint statement from the FCA, ICO and TPR for retail investment firms and pension providers
Data protection and effective communications to consumers in relation to retail investments and pensions.
NEW data protection code of conduct launched for UK private investigators
We have approved and published the first sector-owned code of conduct – The Association of British Investigators Ltd (ABI) UK GDPR code of conduct for Investigative and Litigation Support Services.
“Privacy must still come first.” – we're calling for collaboration with developers as report reveals future innovations and data protection concerns in genomics
New report highlights how genomics could one day determine insurance quotes, solve crimes, tailor support in schools and create fitness plans
Thinking of using AI to assist recruitment? Our key data protection considerations
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has shared key questions organisations should ask when procuring AI tools to help with their employee recruitment.
