Decision details
Approval of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) Policy and Procedures
PDF 118 KBDecision Maker: Cabinet member finance, corporate services and planning
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Purpose:
The purpose of this report is to seek approval of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) policy which replaces the previous policy.
RIPA provides the legal framework for a local authority to conduct covert surveillance techniques. The legislation ensures that any surveillance activity conducted by the council is legal, proportionate and necessary.
Decision:
That:
a) the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) Policy is approved.
Alternative options considered:
1. There is a legal requirement for a public authority to hold an updated policy.
Reason Key: Strategic nature / impact on communities;
Wards Affected: (All Wards);
Contact: Claire Ward, Director of governance and law Email: Claire.Ward@herefordshire.gov.uk Tel: 01432 260657.
Publication date: 21/07/2021
Date of decision: 21/07/2021
Effective from: 28/07/2021
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