Compulsory data audits could extend to all businesses

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has launched a consultation on a new draft code of practice which sets out its proposed approach to using its new auditing powers due to come into effect in April 2010.

 

The auditing process allows the ICO to assess whether organisations are processing personal information in line with the Data Protection Act (DPA) and to advise on best practice. The ICO will continue to request consent for an audit to be carried out where it is identi... (314 more words)

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