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Data protection and freedom of information

Copyright - reusing public sector information
On 1 July 2005 a new European Directive came into force which allows people to apply to re-use information held by the Council. 'Re-use' means using the information for a purpose other than the purpose for which the document was originally produced. This could include a commercial purpose. The new directive does not provide access to the information itself. That is available through the Freedom of Information Act, Data Protection Act or other access to information regimes such as the Environmental Information Regulations.
Data protection act
This legislation is designed to cover the collecting, storing, processing and distribution of personal data. It gives rights to individuals about whom information is recorded. The local authority is responsible for ensuring that they comply with the terms of the Act.
Freedom of Information - advice
The local authority provides information on the Freedom of Information Act and advises citizens how to request public information an authority may hold.