Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision status: Decision Made
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: Yes
The report seeks approval of the revised policy and guidance notes on Covert Surveillance and Access to Communications Data. The policy has been revised in accordance with recommendations from the Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office (“IPCO”) following their inspection in January 2018.
RESOLVED – That the revised Covert Surveillance and Access to Communications Data Policy as set out at Appendix B be approved.
REASON FOR DECISION:
To ensure the Council follows the recommendations as set out by IPCO and maintains a up-to-date Covert Surveillance Policy.
Report author: Gary Rowland
Publication date: 24/06/2021
Date of decision: 24/06/2021
Decided at meeting: 24/06/2021 - Cabinet
Effective from: 02/07/2021
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