Public Sector Data Breaches

This week two large public institutions announced significant data breaches. From early indications, one was caused by accidental over-disclosure relating to an FOI request, the other seems to be a lack of correct procedural controls. Your responsibilities Your Data...

Data Security and Protection

HCPA are the regional coordinators for Better Security Better Care, a fully-funded national task force who exist to support care providers manage data protection, information governance and cyber risks.  We help care providers understand data protection by supporting...

A data protection success story!

A Hertfordshire Care Provider expressed interest in Digital Transformation funding, but they had not published their Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) for each of their offices, which is a requirement for the funding. With the help of the HCPA Data and...

Warning as residents receive scam police calls

Fraudsters posing as police officers have been contacting resident in Hertfordshire. Older residents, including those living in retirement villages, have been particularly targeted. If you are a homecare provider, please share this information with the people you...