I thnk you need confirmation of consent. If the information is sensitive,
consent needs to be explicit. Perhaps the letter to the MP contains a
clear statement of the kind so a copy of it would be helpful but its always
safest to be cautious and only release if you are sure the consent is
given.
The student could always get the information via an SAR.
Colette Healiss
DP Administrator
St Helens Council
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Please respond to
G.M.Waters
An MP writes to us saying he is following up a complaint from a student
made
to him. I am reluctant that personal data (which would involve financial
aspects) be disclosed without evidence of consent. Would a copy of the
letter to the MP be sufficient?
Have you had similar or what would you do?
Gail Waters
DP Coordinator
Open University
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