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Global Privacy Assembly Adopts Resolution on Trustworthy International Data Traffic

The Global Privacy Assembly (GPA) adopted a resolution on trustworthy international data traffic, also known as Data Free Flow with Trust (DFFT). Initiated by the German delegation, the resolution provides core data protection elements to guide legal frameworks and transfer instruments for secure data transfers.

ENISA Chairs EU Agencies Network, Strengthens Cybersecurity

ENISA has taken over the chair of the EU Agencies Network (EUAN) for 2025-2026, focusing on implementing a new governance framework and strengthening cybersecurity across EU agencies. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed to reassert cooperation on shared services, including HR, cybersecurity, and legal services.

PCPD Releases AI Storybook for Primary Students

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) in Hong Kong has published a new Chinese storybook titled “Adventure in the AI Labyrinth” for primary school students. This initiative aims to educate young students on the proper use of artificial intelligence and the importance of personal data privacy protection.

ICO Decision: DFE FOI Request on Student Finance Costs

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issued a decision regarding a Freedom of Information (FOI) request to the Department for Education (DfE) concerning student finance costs. The ICO upheld the DfE's decision to withhold projected cost information under FOIA section 35(1)(a).

ICO upholds Cabinet Office refusal of Trump-Starmer communication records

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has upheld the Cabinet Office's refusal to release records of a communication between Donald Trump and Keir Starmer. The ICO found that the Cabinet Office was justified in citing section 27 (international relations) of the Freedom of Information Act as grounds for withholding the information.

ICO Decision Notice: NPCC FOI Complaint Not Upheld

The ICO has decided not to uphold a Freedom of Information complaint against the National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC). The NPCC confirmed it holds no further information beyond what was already provided regarding cross-force access, and the ICO agreed.

ICO Decision: Council entitled to withhold homelessness report

The ICO has issued a decision notice regarding Newport City Council's withholding of a homelessness report. The council was found entitled to withhold information under section 41 of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) concerning information provided in confidence. No further action is required by the council.

ICO Decision Notice: DFE FOI and Data Protection

The ICO issued a decision notice regarding the Department for Education's (DFE) handling of an FOI request. The ICO upheld the DFE's decision to refuse to confirm or deny the existence of information, citing data protection principles.

ICO Decision: DfC breached FOIA for Universal Credit info

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) found the Department for Communities (DfC) breached the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) by failing to confirm it held requested Universal Credit information within 20 working days and by not issuing a timely refusal notice. No further steps are required.

ICO Decision: Bedford Borough Council FOI Request

The ICO has issued a decision regarding a Freedom of Information request made to Bedford Borough Council. The Council correctly withheld information under FOI 40(2) but was found to have breached notice requirements under FOI 17(1)(b). No further action is required.