RIPA policy

Information on the Corporate Policy and Guidance Document on on the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) can be found here 

South Staffordshire Council is fully committed to operating its covert investigation activities in the letter and the spirit of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) as it provides protection for the legitimate rights of people living or working or visiting the District. 

South Staffordshire Council takes its responsibilities under RIPA for ensuring that any actions authorised in possession of its RIPA powers are both necessary and proportionate, extremely seriously. To this end the council has approved this Policy and Guidance Document, which will be kept under review as to its effectiveness and appropriateness by the Corporate Director of Governance.

RIPA Policy