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Data Protection and Freedom of Information

Data Protection

The Data Protection Act 1998 sets out rules for processing personal information and applies to paper and digital records, covering collection, storage, processing and distribution of personal data, and giving certain rights to individuals. Find out more about the Data Protection Act, why the Council needs to process your personal data, and how you can get access to it.

Freedom of Information

The Freedom of Information Act 2000 gives the right to request all types of recorded information held by public authorities. Find out how to obtain information from the Council and get details about the Council's Publication Scheme.

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