Providing you with the information you need
The ICO is here to help you understand what the Data Protection Act, Freedom and Information Act and related issues mean to you. We can advise you on how to protect your personal information and how to gain access to official records.
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You are entitled to see information held about you. Find out how to manage your personal information including subject access requests, compensation and what you can expect from organisations.
You are entitled to request official information held by public authorities, including government departments, local authorities, hospitals, schools and police forces. Find out what you need to do.
What are the Data Protection Act, Freedom of Information Act, Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations and Environmental Information Regulations? What are the differences between them?
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