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ICO issues reminder to firms of data protection and coronavirus information hub

Link(s):  https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/news-and-events/news-and-blogs/2020/12/data-protection-and-coronavirus/

Context

The ICO has issued a reminder to firms about its information hub which is available to help individuals and organisations navigate data protection during this unprecedented time. The ICO confirmed that it will continue to update the hub with new and relevant information as the pandemic continues. 

Firms unable to find an answer to their query on the information hub, can call the ICO on 0303 123 1113.

Key points to note

  • The six data protection steps for organisations sets out the key principles which organisations need to consider around the use of personal information. These are:
    1. Only collect and use what’s necessary
    2. Keep it to a minimum
    3. Be clear, open and honest with staff about their data
    4. Treat people fairly
    5. Keep people’s information secure
    6. Staff must be able to exercise their information rights