Data protection and freedom of information

Freedom of information and public authorities

The Freedom of Information Act 2000 places obligations on public authorities to make information held by them available through model publication schemes and by responding to requests for information (sometimes referred to as FOIA requests) in order to increase transparency and accountability in public dealings.

Data protection and privacy

We deal with all aspects of data protection and freedom of information.  We provide advice, training and assistance and regularly advise on responding to requests for personal data and information under the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act.

We can help you take steps to protect your position and limit the disclosure of sensitive information if you have to respond to a request.

Our specialist Corporate team’s areas of expertise are as follows:

• advice on compliance with data protection law when collecting and transferring personal data
• data disclosures and transfers
• data protection clauses in commercial agreements
• data protection issues in commercial transactions
• data outsourcing
• direct marketing in compliance with the GDPR
• due diligence in mergers and acquisitions
• ICO investigations and handling personal data breaches
• website privacy notices and other data protection consents and policies

Our specialist Employment team advise on data protection issues in the work place including Data Subject Access Requests and staff data protection policies.

Why choose Furley Page for advice about data protection

We have specialists practising in a number of different legal disciplines who advise on data protection and freedom of information.

We will draw upon our extensive expertise in these areas to navigate you through the legislation, ensuring your organisation achieves compliance and is able to manage data protection issues effectively when they arise.