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The ICO has issued the following statement in response to the Ministry of Justice’s announcement of a triennial review of the Information Commissioner’s Office. Triennial reviews are part of the Government’s commitment to making sure that non-departmental public bodies (NDPBs) continue to have regular independent challenge. The review will identify and examine the key functions of the Information Commissioner’s Office and consider how best the functions can be delivered, including whether they should continue to exist at arm’s length from Government.

Information Commissioner Christopher Graham said:

“I am confident that the ICO has a good story to tell – very much at the centre of events around information rights. But we must always listen to our stakeholders and we can always learn from the best. I look forward to exploring the best ways of delivering information rights for citizens and consumers, while working with organisations and businesses to meet statutory obligations efficiently and effectively.”

“I urge all those with an interest in information rights and the ICO to contribute to the Ministry of Justice’s consultation.”

Notes to Editors

1. The Information Commissioner’s Office upholds information rights in the public interest, promoting openness by public bodies and data privacy for individuals.
2. The ICO has specific responsibilities set out in the Data Protection Act 1998, the Freedom of Information Act 2000, Environmental Information Regulations 2004 and Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003.
3. The ICO is on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn, and produces a monthly e-newsletter. Our press office page provides more information for journalists.
4. If you need more information, please contact the ICO press office on 0303 123 9070.