Information Governance (IG) has never been more important. The Information Commissioner has new powers to fine organisations up to £500k for breaches of the Data Protection Act and this has pushed IG to the top of the NHS agenda.
The KMHIS provides consultancy, support, advice and guidance in a number of areas related to IT security and confidentiality.
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We assist in the management of IG policies and procedures. The team also facilitates a number of groups and forums countywide.
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We provide support to ensure you adhere to the Data Protection Act and assist in the handling of complex and difficult requests.
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The IG team provides support for information security incidents. This includes in depth investigations, reports to trust with actions, lessons learned and best practice.
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Our Head of Information Governance holds a Forensic IG qualification and is well placed to carry out forensic investigations of computer equipment where inappropriate material or use may apply.
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We support you in all aspects of the Freedom of Information Act (2000).
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The IG team supports administration and completion of the IG toolkit.
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Our IG Induction and Update training aim to make what can be a grey subject fun to learn. Lessons learned from real incidents are used to promote good practice. We also provide and support specialist workshops for different sectors including Caldicott Guardians.
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Registration Authority (RA) - more about this on the RA page
The IG team has developed a high level of expertise to be able to advise and support you in all aspects of the IG agenda. The team has a range of industry standard qualifications.
