What data security technologies does your work use?
- Cloud software
- Password protected computers/files
- Anti-virus software
Can you tell me about training you have undertaken to ensure you handle data securely.
I undertake regular training provided by an external provider which includes topics such as how to spot and report phishing; how to store data securely; and how to use data appropriately.
What is copyright?
The exclusive right granted to the author or creator of any original work.
What is the purpose of the Data Protection Act (2018) and UK GDPR?
Aims to create a single data protection regime and gives people the right to be informed about how their data is used.
What are some key requirements of DPA & UK GDPR?
- An obligation for organisations to conduct data protection impact assessments for holding high risk data
- Ensure individuals can access and erase their data
- ‘Data accountability’ - prove to the Information Commissioners Office how they comply
- Harmful breaches reported to ICO within 72 hours
- Fines of £17.5m or 4% t/o
What are some of the principles of UK GDPR?
Article 5(1):
- lawful, fair and transparent processing
- used for legitimate purposes
- accurate data, kept up to date
- data kept no longer than needed
What are the 8 Individual Rights (UK GDPR)
1) to be informed
2) to access
3) rectification
4) erasure
5) restrict processing
6) portability
7) object
8) automated decision making/profiling
What is the Freedom of Information Act (2000)?
Statute that provides individuals a right to information held by public bodies
What is the purpose of the Data (Use & Access) Act (2024)?
Reform data management and promote secure data sharing and innovation
What document have RICS recently published on AI?
RICS Professional Standard: Responsible use of AI in surveying practices (2025)
- ethical/responsible
- transparent with clients
- implement risk strategy
