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…

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ICO takes action against two organisations for “risking public trust” by failing to respond to public requests for information

We have taken action against two trusted public services after investigations found they’d failed to meet basic information request requirements, as set out under the Freedom of Information Act 2000…

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Information Commissioner calls for senior leaders to take transparency seriously

Today, as my office takes further regulatory action against five public organisations for their continued failings to meet their obligations under the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act, I am writing…

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Data protection is an enabler for trust and confidence in the implementation of digital identity systems

Digital identity systems have started to come of age, driven by the opportunities and challenges of the digital economy and public services.  

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