Discussion
For the last 3-4 years, the ICO has shifted away from using enforcement powers against public sector organisations except as a last resort.
Since then, the ICO's own review of this public sector approach showed “the average number of reported breaches increased by 11%” and an 8% increase in data protection complaints.
By removing the deterrence of regulatory sanctions, this approach has worsen the status quo.
#dataprotection #gdpr #privacy #ICO #cybersecurity #ukpolitics #ukpol #datarights
A slap on the wrist isn't a deterrent.
The failure to investigate even the most serious data breach in UK history is the final straw.
We need a strong data regulator that will take action against the government and private sector at a time of escalating threats.
We need an inquiry into the Information Commissioner's Office if we're to have data protection laws with teeth and resilience against cyber attacks.
#dataprotection #gdpr #privacy #ICO #cybersecurity #ukpolitics #ukpol #datarights
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