Decision details

Executive considered a detailed report, presented by the Joint ICT Assistant Director, in the absence of the Portfolio Holder for Resources, Councillor Clive Moesby.

The policy applied to all employees, contractors, partners, agents, and other stakeholders who had access to ICT facilities and data. It covered all assets owned by the parties, information held or owned, ICT infrastructure used, and the physical environment in which the information and/or supporting ICT was used.  The policy also included guidelines and legislation available.

The objective of the policy was to ensure the highest standards of information security were always maintained across the parties.  This included carrying out duties in a professional and lawful manner, minimising business damage and interruption caused by security incidents, adequately protecting customer and employee data, meeting all legislative and regulatory requirements, and using ICT equipment and facilities responsibly, securely, and with integrity.

The unions had seen the policy and had approved its contents, and the policy had also been to the Customer Services Scrutiny Committee held on 16^th June 2025 where it was recommended for approval.

In response to a Member’s question, the Joint ICT Assistant Director advised that instant messaging was subject to FOI.

Moved by Councillor Tom Munro and seconded by Councillor Rob Hiney-Saunders

RESOLVED that the Joint Information and Cyber Security Policy October 2024 be approved.

Reasons for Recommendation

The Policy was recommended for approval by the Customer Services Scrutiny Committee held on 16^th June 2025.

Alternative Options and Reasons for Rejection

None.