The UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) is sending letters to councillors urging them to make sure they are fulfilling their legal requirements under the Data Protection Act. An ICO press release says councillors need to consider their role in processing personal information and, if required, register with the ICO or risk fines of up to €5,000. "Most councillors have regular access to the personal information of the residents they represent," said Simon Entwisle, ICO director of operations. "Like all organisations who handle people's information, it is of paramount importance that they take their responsibilities under the Data Protection Act seriously."
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