Data Protection/Freedom of Information
Data protection and other laws relating to the access to and management of information are rapidly evolving and the penalties for non-compliance can be severe.
To make sure you don’t fall foul of these laws and regulations, it’s essential that you get the best advice you can.
For many organisations, dealing with information security and data sharing issues is a minefield. Luckily, at Muckle LLP, we’re experienced in guiding our clients through these complex areas.
Our team
Our team has many years' experience in dealing with information law issues under the Data Protection Act 1998, Freedom of Information Act 2000, Environmental Information Regulations 2004 and associated guidance.
Here’s how we can help
We can assist by carrying out information security reviews or running training sessions or workshops with key staff.
We can provide you with documentation to help you minimise the risks and comply with the law, including:
- Privacy policies
- CCTV policies
- Data processing and data sharing agreements
- Model confidentiality clauses
- Publication schemes
We can assist with handling information requests and can help you deal with appeals and enforcement actions. We also advise on the use of data by organisations for marketing purposes.
Want to find out more about Information Law?
View or download our Data Protection factfile.
What people say about us
"Muckle LLP has assisted East Durham and Houghall Community College on various issues relating to information law. Their advice has always been very thorough and detailed and their replies to queries speedy and efficient.
The professionals at Muckle LLP are extremely helpful and provide responses to sometimes very complex issues in easy-to-understand, plain English within very prompt timescales.
Their service has always been excellent.”
- Margaret Forster, Clerk to the Corporation, East Durham College
For further information please contact Alex Craig, call 0191 211 7911 or alternatively email us at advice@muckle-llp.com.
