Managing data for the University
Guidance for the University community on how to manage data in compliance with the Data Protection Act.
Data and information management
Guidance, policies and procedures for records management, data protection, freedom of information, IT security, research data management and confidential waste.
Data protection
The guidance and regulations we follow to keep the data we use safe from loss or accidental disclosure.
Enquiring about data protection at the University
Provides individuals with the right to know what information is held about them by the University and how to request access to it.
Report a breach
University procedure for reporting a data protection breach
Records management
The policies and procedures we follow to make sure we manage all University records responsibly.
Records Management Policy
Institutional policy governing the management of all University records.
Records Retention Schedule
Rules for the retention and disposal of different types of University records.
Records Centre
Information for staff about the Library's secure storage service for paper records.
IT security
Guidance from Digital, Data & Technology (DD&T) on your individual responsibilities for protecting information and advice on how to keep your data safe.
IT Security Best Practice
Learn how to protect your personal data with our cybersecurity best practices.
Information Security Policy
Find out your responsibilities for ensuring the security of information at the University.
Research data management
The policies we follow to make sure we correctly manage and protect research data.
Research Data Policy
This policy ensures that the University and its researchers fulfil their legal, ethical and contractual obligations regarding research data management.
Managing research data
Read about how to manage data from your research, including creating a data management plan, finding training or advice and archiving and sharing data.
Freedom of information
Information for staff on our procedures for dealing with freedom of information requests.
Freedom of Information
The Freedom of Information Officers co-ordinate the handling of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests.
Dealing with Freedom of Information (FOI) Requests
Procedures for management of Freedom of Information requests.
Confidential waste
The processes for disposing of waste which may contain sensitive or personal information.
Confidential waste paper disposal
Information about how to safely dispose of confidential paper records.
Waste and recycling services
Find out how to dispose of different types of rubbish and recyclable materials.