Issue - meetings

To consider the outcome of a remote inspection by the Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office in relation to the Council’s use of its powers under Part II of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000.

The committee received a report from the Director of Governance and Compliance that detailed the outcome of a remote inspection by the Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office (IPCO) in relation to the Councils’ use of its powers under Part II of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA).

It was reported that the inspection took place in November 2022 with a summary of findings and action plan contained in the report. The inspection outcome showed a much improved position for the Council and positive comments were received towards the staff involved with the process.

RESOLVED:

That the Audit and Governance Committee:

(1)  Noted the outcome of the IPCO’s inspection;

(2)  Agreed to the action plan to address  the suggested improvements arising from the inspection and that the changes to policies and procedures will be undertaken;

(3)  Agreed to receive a report at a future meeting regarding the amendments to relevant policies and procedures arising from the inspection once finalised policies are available.