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To review the Council’s use of powers under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 07/12/2015
Decision due: 18 Jan 2016 by Leader of the Council
Lead member: Leader of the Council
Lead director: Director of Business Transformation
Department: Legal Practice
Contact: Email: simon.pugh@cambridge.gov.uk.
Additional Information: This item will automatically appear on the agenda for discussion / debate.
Background Information: A Home Office Code of Practice recommends an annual review of the Council’s use of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) and its surveillance policy. The Council has not used RIPA powers since February 2010.
