ICO’s work in the media – Reflecting on a year of regulator collaboration in the DRCF

We are not the only regulator with an interest in the digital world – the CMA, Ofcom and FCA also have a role to play. We work together as the…

Read More »

ICO’s work in the media – ICO response to Channel 4 ‘Inside the Metaverse’ documentary

A recent C4 Dispatches – Inside the Metaverse looked at the metaverse and how the platforms enforce against users that act inappropriately.

Read More »

ICO’s work in the media – Google revises its approach to cookies consent

Google is giving consumers more choice and control over how their data is tracked.

Read More »

Statement following conclusion of ICO investigation into unauthorised disclosure of CCTV footage from DHSC

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has found insufficient evidence to prosecute two people suspected of unlawfully obtaining and disclosing CCTV footage from the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC).

Read More »

Why protecting children online in UK living rooms starts 5,000 miles away

“Share your data if you’re looking for a wee stalker”. That was the response by a child from Edinburgh when asked about sharing too much personal information online.

Read More »

ICO’s work in the media – Children’s privacy and international collaboration

John Edwards, UK Information Commissioner, is in Washington DC this week to meet with regulators, civil society, lawmakers and tech companies, as well as present the work of the ICO…

Read More »

ICO’s work in the media – Statement in response to openDemocracy’s letter

openDemocracy has issued an open letter about the Freedom of Information Act. This was picked up by The Guardian, The Daily Mail and Hold the Front Page. This is our…

Read More »

ICO’s work in the media – John Edwards article in Civil Service World

Civil Service World have published an article by John Edwards, in which he discusses what he’s learned so far from his listening tour, and offers reassurance about the service that…

Read More »

ICO fines company for sending thousands of spam text messages during the pandemic

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has fined H&L Business Consulting Ltd £80,000 for sending hundreds of thousands of text messages to people who had not consented to receive them.

Read More »

IAPP Data Protection Intensive: UK

John Edwards delivers his first speech as Information Commissioner.

Read More »