FOI and Data Protection - How They Work Together |
This course is available by: eLearning, Virtual-LIVE and Classroom
eLearning
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Virtual-LIVE (WEBEX)
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Classroom
This course can be attended on an in-person basis at dedicated training venues (the yellow box below lists the upcoming dates and cities). There are ample opportunities to network with other delegates during coffee breaks and at the sit-down lunch. |
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FOI & Data Protection - How They Work Together
Course Overview:
The competing demands of Freedom of Information and Data Protection legislation in the UK present challenges for all public bodies involved in collecting, holding and disclosing personal information. Understanding the interface between Freedom of Information laws (including the Environmental Information Regulations 2004) and the General Data Protection Regulation is essential for all those involved with information management in the public sector.
This session, which is designed for people who already work with FOI issues, explains the key principles underlying the differences between FOI and data protection laws, including when personal data should and should not be released in response to subject access requests and FOI/EIR requests. Delegates who do not have an existing understanding of the basics of FOI law are recommended to attend FOI Level 1 before attending this session.
The session includes:
- knowing whether a request should be dealt with under the DPA or FOI law (or EIR)
- the latest thinking on determining what is personal data
- the interpretation and practical application of the personal data exemption
- the legal principles governing access to third party personal information
- applying relevant exemptions
- disclosing staff information to outside third parties
- analysing the practical implications of key decisions of the Commissioner and Information Rights Tribunal
- disclosing third party data of professionals in the fields of health, education and social work
This session enables delegates to understand how to manage requests for information, and to achieve best practice within their organisation.
Attendance on this course can be used as credit towards gaining the Practitioner Certificate in Freedom of Information. |
Course Trainer

Damien Welfare Former Public Law Barrister
Trainer's biography and other courses by this Trainer
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Upcoming Training Dates
London (Classroom) | Thursday, 19 October 2023 | Manchester (Classroom) | Thursday, 02 November 2023 | Virtual LIVE (Webex) | Thursday, 25 January 2024 | London (Classroom) | Thursday, 22 February 2024 | Manchester (Classroom) | Thursday, 21 March 2024 | Virtual LIVE (Webex) | Thursday, 18 April 2024 | London (Classroom) | Thursday, 16 May 2024 | Virtual LIVE (Webex) | Thursday, 12 September 2024 | London (Classroom) | Thursday, 17 October 2024 | Manchester (Classroom) | Thursday, 31 October 2024 |
Classroom - £575.00 plus VAT
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Virtual-LIVE (WEBEX) - £495.00 plus VAT
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eLearning - £395.00 plus VAT
Classroom/Virtual-LIVE - 10.00am to 4.00pm
eLearning - available immediately via dedicated online training platform
Discounts available:
Classroom/Virtual-LIVE (WEBEX):
- 10% discount for additional delegates for this course when booked together
eLearning:
- 20% discount for additional delegates booked together (up to 5)
- Group Licences available
Who should attend:
Information Officers, Environmental Information Officers, Freedom of Information Officers, Data Protection Officers, Information Lawyers, Legal Advisors, and others.
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Course Testimonials
“The case studies and examples were most useful.”
Denise White Eastbourne Borough Council
“Thank you – the eLearning was a great course to do and have enjoyed it!” Hayley Silverwood Information Governance Officer
“Excellent level of knowledge of speaker – very clearly explained.” Athena Pavlou Financial Ombudsman Service
“Fascinating and thought provoking – very good.” Jim Milner DVLA
“Excellent!” Fereshta Shams General Dental Council
“Found the course very helpful in its entirety.” Jan Lumsden Companies House
“Excellent presenter!” Louisa Gosling Somerset County Council
“Thank you – the eLearning was a great course to do and have enjoyed it!” Hayley Silverwood Locala
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