7. Compliance
The University has established this policy to promote information security and compliance with relevant legislation, including the DPA. The University regards any breach of information security requirements as a serious matter, which may result in disciplinary action.
Compliance with this policy should form part of any contract with a third party that may involve access to network or computer systems or data.
Relevant legislation includes, but is not limited to:
- The Computer Misuse Act (1990)
- The Data Protection Act (1998)
- The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (2000)
- The Telecommunications (Lawful Business Practice) (Interception of Communications)
- Regulations (2000)
- The Freedom of Information Act (2000)
- The Special Educational Needs and Disability Act (2001)
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