Other Regulatory Bodies - The Information Commissioner’s Office

Question 1

Briefly explain what The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is

Answer 1

1. An independent authority that promotes openness of official information and protection of private information.
2. It oversees:
   A. The Data Protection Act
   B. The General Data Protection Act (GDPR)
   C. The Freedom of Information Act
   D. The Environmental Information Regulations
   E. The Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations