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Data Protection for Councils Part 1 - foundations and theory - delivered by Breakthrough Communications

In an ever-evolving legislative landscape, it is vital that councils ensure they have the most up-to-date understanding of their data protection obligations. This introductory session walks councils through the theory and core principles of GDPR and related data protection legislation, and we explain what policies, practices and processes councils need to have in place.

£35 per delegate plus VAT

  This is a national event, hosted by Breakthrough Communications. 

View dates and availability using this link to Breakthrough Communications website. SALC members are authorised to BOOK DIRECT. SALC will invoice the council direct.

Click on this link to view a short video on how to book your training session with Breakthrough Communications.

Data Protection for Councils Part 2 - accountability and lawfulness - delivered by Breakthrough Communications

Our second data protection session deep dives into how councils are required to demonstrate accountability with UK GDPR. We consider the different lawful bases for how councils process personal data and how to get started with creating the different policies and documents required, including your Privacy Notice, Legitimate Interest and Data Protection Impact Assessments.   

£35 per delegate plus VAT

  This is a national event, hosted by Breakthrough Communications. 

View dates and availability using this link to Breakthrough Communications website. SALC members are authorised to BOOK DIRECT. SALC will invoice the council direct.

Click on this link to view a short video on how to book your training session with Breakthrough Communications.

Data Protection for Councils Part 3 - data subject rights and information security - delivered by Breakthrough Communications

Our third data protection session considers how to deal with data subject rights requests, including Subject Access Requests. We explore specific steps to take to ensure you are compliant with the legislation, and we consider what exemptions may apply, and when. We also explore the importance of Information Security for local councils and what this means in practice.

£35 per delegate plus VAT

  This is a national event, hosted by Breakthrough Communications. 

View dates and availability using this link to Breakthrough Communications website.  SALC members are authorised to BOOK DIRECT.  SALC will invoice the council direct.

Click on this link to view a short video on how to book your training session with Breakthrough Communications.

Freedom of Information for local councils - obligations, procedures and exemptions - delivered by Breakthrough Communications

This course looks at what requirements and obligations local councils have when it comes to Freedom of Information. We look at what policies and procedures councils should have in place, how to ensure officers and councillors are aware of their obligations and what steps to take when you get an FOI request, and what exemptions may potentially apply and when. 

£35 per delegate plus VAT

This is a national event, hosted by Breakthrough Communications. 

View dates and availability using this link to Breakthrough Communications website.  SALC members are authorised to BOOK DIRECT.  SALC will invoice the council direct.

Click on this link to view a short video on how to book your training session with Breakthrough Communications.