Subject Access Requests

A Subject Access Request (SAR) is when an individual makes a request to an organisation to see or be informed of any personal data that the organisation holds about them.

Individuals have a right of access to their personal data. This right of access is what allows them to submit a Subject Access Request.

When meeting a Subject Access Request it is essential that you provide the individual with their personal data, however it is equally essential that you do not provide them with anyone else’s personal data. Personal data is not just the obvious information such as names or dates of birth. It can include subtle ways in which others can be identified or have information about them revealed.

It is important to meet the legal timescales of a Subject Access Request.
It is important to meet the request of the individual who has sent the SAR
It is equally important to not compromise other individuals and their personal information.

Top 3 FAQs

Why don’t organisations do this themselves?

Peace of Mind, Cost and Time Savings.

Your organisation doesn’t have to outsource redaction requirements. The process, however, for removing duplicate documents and ensuring that everything is redacted and included as it should be can be complicated and time consuming. It makes sense to let the experts do it.

Why come to the Redaction Team?

Our experts provide support to over 200 education and public sector organisations and have been leaders in this field since the Data Protection Laws were enhanced with the GDPR legislation in 2016. They stay on top of the legislation changes such as the Data Protection Act 2018 and the forthcoming Data Protection and Digital Information Bill. They understand the rules and what needs to be done to stay within them.

How much does it cost?

A reasonable question which is difficult to answer without more information. Every SAR, Freedom of Information Request or redaction requirement is different. What we can assure you is that;

we will get a good understanding of the requirements.

provide a clear quote in advance.

that there will be no hidden charges.

it will be more cost effective than trying to complete the work yourself.

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