HR administration

The retention of personal data is mainly governed by the requirements of the Data Protection Act and the associated Codes of Practice. Ensure that you have clear guidelines and procedures for document retention to ensure compliance with these and that managers do not keep duplicate copies of documents in separate files.
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What's new? Vetting and Barring Scheme: (for those who work with children and vulnerable adults). The implementation of the next stage remains on hold, pending a Government review. See: safeguarding vulnerable groups Identity Documents Bill 2010-11: if passed, will repeal the Identity Cards Act 2006. The next stage in the process is the report to the Commons. See: checking the right to work in the UK Data protection: the Information Commissioner now has the power to fine those who deliberately or knowingly seriously breach the DPA. Fines may be up to £500K. See: data protection