Stories from January, 2025

Do I Need to Register with the ICO?

Do I need to Register with the ICO? Under UK data protection law, the Data Protection (Charges and Information) Regulations 2018, most organisations and businesses that process personal data are legally required to register with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and pay a data protection fee. The fee funds the

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Reusing Freedom of Information Responses

Freedom of information is designed to promote transparency in government. In the UK, the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA) plays a crucial role in ensuring that public sector organisations are accountable by providing individuals with the right to access information. However, one of the most misunderstood aspects of FOIA

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Myths About Conflicts of Interests

Conflict of Interests (COI) is a term that often conjures images of corruption, malfeasance, or unethical behaviour. At its core, however, a conflict of interests arises when an individual's personal interests—whether financial, relational, or otherwise— interfere, or have the potential to interfere, with their professional duties. The proper management of

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Governance and Artificial Intelligence

Governance and artificial intelligence will increasingly go together in the future. The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries, reshaping economies, and challenging traditional governance structures. It is certainly something that has captured the world's imagination, regardless of whether it lives up to the hype. As AI permeates

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Identifying and Mitigating Data and Information Risk

Over time data has become one of the most valuable assets for organisations. However, with this growing reliance on data comes an increase in potential risks. Data and information risk can have profound impacts on an organisation’s reputation, financial health, and operational efficiency. Understanding and mitigating these risks is paramount

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Pseudonymisation and Personal Data: a How to Guide

Pseudonymisation is a vital tool in the data protection arsenal, particularly in light of regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By reducing the link between personal data and the individual, it helps organisations process data securely while maintaining compliance. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to pseudonymising

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