Protection and Privacy Pivotal to the UKâs National Data Strategy
The data protection and privacy issues surrounding the UK’s National Data Strategy were discussed by experts during a session at a recent Westminster eForum policy conference.
However, the panellists emphasized that safeguards around data privacy and protection are essential when implementing this national strategy. Gayle McFarlane, partner, Eversheds Sutherland, said that as a starting point, the objective of the data collection and its appropriateness must be clearly defined and communicated. “We need to think about what the ultimate purpose of it is and how it is going to be used,” she outlined. For example, McFarlane noted that while many would consider it a positive to allow the NHS to gather large amounts of data about people’s activities in order to drive health policies, “if that data is used to say if my smart watch hasn’t collected enough steps today and the
Trustworthy data governance will unlock innovation, research suggests
The CDEI has published new research on the use of AI and data-driven technology in the UK’s COVID-19 response, highlighting insights into public attitudes, as well as trends it has identified.
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5 March 2021
A major new CDEI poll finds that the public believe digital technology has a role to play in tackling the pandemic, but its potential is not being fully realised.
Public support for greater use of digital technology depends on trust in how it is governed. The single biggest predictor for supporting greater use of digital technology was an individual believing that ‘the right rules and regulations are in place’. This was more important than demographic factors such as age.
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ICO seeking new Information Commissioner
The government says it is looking for an exceptional candidate with a demonstrable desire to deliver a new approach to data in the UK
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