The Information Governance Shield:
Our GDPR and FOI Compliance Services for Parish and Town Councils

GDPR and FOI aren’t just legal responsibilities, they’re critical parts of how your council builds trust and protects its reputation.

 

But many councils struggle with confidence, consistency or clarity when it comes to managing data, handling FOI or GDPR requests, or understanding what’s actually required and relevant to their council.

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The Compliance Shield gives your council peace of mind. We’ll carry out a practical, jargon-free complete review of your council's GDPR and FOI compliance, refresh your key policies, and guide staff and councillors on how to manage data and requests effectively.

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Whether you’re already feeling the pressure or just want to get ahead of future challenges, this package helps you stay safe, sharp and stress-free.

Why this matters:

GDPR and FOI aren’t just legal tick-boxes. They’re the frontline of your council’s reputation. One mishandled request or data slip-up can cause stress, reputational risk, or even financial penalties. Most councils are underprepared, overstretched, or unknowingly exposed.

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What this package delivers:

A clear, practical package to get your council compliant, confident, and in control, including a tailored policy review, records and requests audit, staff and councillor guidance, and a plan to make data protection and transparency feel manageable, not miserable.

 

Why it’s worth it:

Because when your council knows exactly what to do, how to do it, and who’s responsible, you save hours of time, avoid complaints, and reduce your personal and organisational risk, all while building trust with your community.

Information Governance Shield Essentials service
(ideal for smaller councils):

• Core council Data Protection and FOI compliance review

• Core council Data Protection Impact Assessment

• Creation and refresh of policy documents for adoption by council

• 12 months of follow-up support, including unlimited support with GDPR and FOI requests that come into the council

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Information Governance Shield Premium Service
(ideal for larger councils):

• Council-wide GDPR and FOI compliance review, including council services and assets, arms- length services and council brands

• Council-wide Data Protection Impact Assessment

• Creation and refresh of policy documents for adoption by council

• Bespoke training session for council staff

• Bespoke training session for councillors

• 12 months of follow-up support, including unlimited support with GDPR and FOI requests that come into the council