Compliance

In a landmark decision, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has fined Capita plc and Capita Pension Solutions Limited (CPSL) a combined £14 million for serious data protection failures, a stark reminder that even the biggest players can fall...

As data protection regulations evolve and scrutiny from external auditors grows, MAT leaders face increasing pressure to demonstrate robust compliance. Waiting for an external audit to uncover gaps can be risky. By conducting an internal data...

Schools and MATs are facing a rapidly evolving landscape in data protection and cyber security, driven by new technologies, legislation, updated government standards, and increasing cyber threats. These forces look set to redefine the future of data...

Proper data retention and disposal are of paramount importance to safeguard sensitive information and ensure adherence to legal requirements. Schools are tasked with the comprehensive management of the data lifecycle, which encompasses the initial...

Things are always changing in the EdTech landscape, schools and Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) often rely on various service providers for essential operations, from payment systems like sQuid Payments to compliance tools such as GDPR.co.uk. However,...

Conducting a data audit is the first step to understanding your data landscape, ensure compliance with regulations like GDPR, and identifying risks related to data protection. Many schools and MATs use external auditors however if you prefer to do...

Understanding the risks and compliance considerations. AI is revolutionising the workplace by enhancing operations and boosting efficiency. A notable trend is the adoption of AI-driven note-taking tools like Otter.ai and Microsoft Copilot, which...

Responding to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests correctly and within mandated timescales is an important part of complying with the principles of transparency and accountability under the GDPR and the Freedom of Information Act 2000. We have put...

Data breaches, Cyber Security incidents, Subject Access Requests (SARs), and Freedom of Information (FOI) requests can often lead to a variety of complaints that require meticulous and thoughtful handling. These situations, while challenging,...

Data privacy is a growing concern and schools play a critical role in safeguarding the personal information of their students, staff, and parents. As schools become more data-driven, maintaining transparency and accountability regarding how personal...