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Subject Access Requests

Procedures for handling requests from care-experienced individuals to access their personal records.

The Weight of the Record: A Professional’s Guide to Handling Subject Access Requests (SARs) in Social Care

The Weight of the Record: A Professional’s Guide to Handling Subject Access Requests (SARs) in Social Care

```html A Subject Access Request (SAR) or Data Access Request (DAR) is a legally binding request under the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 that allows individuals, including looked after children and care leavers, to obtain copies of their personal data. For social care professionals,...

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Digital Safeguarding: A Leader’s Guide to UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018

Digital Safeguarding: A Leader’s Guide to UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018

In the social care sector, data protection is not merely a bureaucratic requirement; it is a fundamental component of digital safeguarding. For those looking after children—whether in residential settings, foster care, or kinship care—the information we hold is often the most sensitive data...

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CCTV in Care Settings: A Guide to Rights, Privacy, and 2026 Best Practices

CCTV in Care Settings: A Guide to Rights, Privacy, and 2026 Best Practices

In the social care sector, the use of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) is a sensitive topic that balances the need for safeguarding with the fundamental right to privacy. Whether you are a professional managing a home or a young person living in one, understanding the rules ensures that technology...

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