Information Technology
It is a mandatory requirement for all smaller authorities in England (including parish and town councils) to have an officially adopted IT Policy.
IT Policy
Having an IT policy is now a mandatory requirement for parish councils to meet UK audit standards and comply with the Parish Council Practitioners’ Guide. Beyond being a legal necessity for a clean audit, it provides a vital framework for data protection and GDPR compliance, specifically by regulating how councillors handle sensitive information on personal or official devices. By establishing clear rules for cybersecurity, asset management, and the use of professional gov.uk email addresses, the policy protects the council from data breaches and ensures that public records remain accessible and secure even as staff or councillors change.
