07/02/2024

  • David Kitson, data privacy and information law specialists, covered the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the ICO’s recent uptick in enforcement action and provided:

    • a reminder of core FOIA obligations, including what can happen when those obligations are not met
    • a discussion of the ICO’s recent enforcement activities and regulatory position regarding FOIA
    • observations on key mistakes and common errors public bodies can make in handling FOIA requests

     

    This recording will be of particular interest to information governance leads, data protection professionals, and directors responsible for regulation and compliance in the public sector or working with the public sector.

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