Subject Access Requests: what you need to know and how to manage them – PAST EVENT

Many employers are experiencing an increase in data subject access requests, often in the context of disciplinary and grievance proceedings. However, such requests are also being made prior to potential litigation, or even during the course of proceedings.

Organisations are under many obligations when responding to subject access requests, including time limits. They can only respond to them effectively if they fully understand what information they are obliged to disclose. This is especially important when the individual’s request is wide-ranging and appears excessive. Organisations receiving such requests also need to be aware of the information that they should not disclose and how to balance competing rights.

There are also circumstances when the request can be refused, or when the time limit can be paused or extended. Indeed, there are occasions when the individual can be charged a fee for dealing with a request.

In this webinar, Employment Partner Rajiv Joshi, Senior Associate Paul Hayward and Commercial Partner Elisabeth Bell:

• Considered what the right of access is, when it applies and how to recognise a request.
• Discussed the importance of having a policy in place for responding to requests and what that should cover.
• Considered the management processes for carrying out the search for the information and how to decide whether the request is unfounded or excessive.
• Addressed the steps to take when a request is made during disciplinary of grievance proceedings.
• Explained the distinction between the disclosure procedure in the Employment Tribunal and subject access requests.
• Discussed common tactics used by individuals making subject access requests, and the practical strategies on how organisations can deal with them.

Date:
Tuesday 11 October 2022

Time:
11am – 12 noon

Location:
Webinar

Cost:
No charge