Under the DPA principles of fair processing such collectors of information should make clear.

  • who is operating the website including an address and the identity if anyone else collecting the personal information.

  • the reasons for the processing of information.

  • any other information to make the process fair e.g. telling individuals if you will disclose the information to third parties.

  • how to obtain a copy of an individual’s personal information.

    The Information Commissioner has indicated that statements such as ‘click here to see our privacy statement’ is not enough.

    If you need further information about the use of ‘cookies’ then the website www.allaboutcookies.org is useful.

    The Information Commissioner website is www.ico.gov.uk

  • Visit www.lawgistics.co.uk or call 0870 26 77 118 for more information.