Data protection and coronavirus
Central hub. The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is reminding businesses about its free online data protection and coronavirus information hub (see The next step ). As well as explaining the ICO’s regulatory approach during the pandemic and recovery phase, the information hub contains guidance on data protection in relation to testing, surveillance and individual rights. Where appropriate, the hub also links to other ICO guidance which can help you remain compliant with data protection laws, e.g. its working from home guidance.
Contact tracing. There is also advice on collecting staff and third party information for contact tracing, along with case studies on disclosing information for that purpose. If your business has a question that isn’t answered in the coronavirus information hub, you can contact the ICO for further advice on 0303 123 1113 during office hours. There is also a live chat service, which enables you to speak to a member of staff at the ICO. It’s available from 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday excluding bank holidays (see The next step ).
For the ICO’s coronavirus information hub, visit https://www.tips-and-advice.co.uk , Download Zone, year 22, issue 08.
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