Data Protection GDPR

Data Protection Training for Councillors and Clerks

This course provides an essential introduction to Data Protection, specifically designed for Councillors and Clerks. It supports councils in effectively managing Subject Access Requests and ensures ongoing compliance with data protection legislation.

 Attendees will explore the basics of GDPR, and will gain an understanding of:

• The definitions of personal and special category data,

• Data Protection principles,

• What your council needs to do to comply with the law (as opposed to some of the myths that exist),

• Justifying use of data,

• Individual’s rights (Subject Access Requests),

• The role of the Information Commissioner as regulator.

Requirements  

We use Zoom for our training courses. You will need to download the Zoom application if you haven’t used it before https://bit.ly/3DeEeT5 

If it has been a while since you last used Zoom, it’s recommended that you log in early as there may be automatic Zoom updates that will delay your entry to the course.  

You will need a device that has a camera and a microphone. Minimum system requirements can be found here https://bit.ly/3Fj19uD  

Please name yourself appropriately so you can easily be identified by the trainer. You can find out how to do this here https://bit.ly/3cj2jKi  

Important note: 

Our online training is live and interactive, you must be in a place where you can do this safely. Driving whilst attending our online training will result in you being removed and your council will be charged the full cost of the course.