Data protection laws affect how businesses and other organisations are allowed to make use of personal information. You must follow these rules if your business stores or processes people's details - ie keeps customer or employee records.

This group explains the requirements of the Data Protection Act and outlines steps you can take to ensure you meet them. You will find specific guidance on what you should consider when recruiting staff and managing employee records, as well the rules on monitoring workers. This guide also contains advice on training your staff to ensure they understand the implications of the Act.