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'No surprises': The ICO and the Government come to an understanding
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The ICO and the UK Government have come to an understanding: "No surprises", "supportive challenge", and a seat at the table for the Commissioner.
A Memorandum of Understanding signed today between the ICO and the UK Government formalises an already pretty cosy relationship between the regulator and its largest stakeholder.
While the MoU explicitly preserves the ICO's independenceit leans heavily on collaboration over confrontation.
Both parties have agreed to a "free flow of information" to manage risks early. There will be "no surprises".
The ICO's role is characterised as…
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