My understanding is that this would be a breach of the First Principle on
the grounds that the use of NI number for this purpose has not got stautory
authority.
My recollection is that NI Numbers are to be used only for tax and benefits
and that there is a Parliamentary Question stating this.
Chris
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> From: J A Parr[SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent: 18 May 1999 11:56
> To: Data Protection List
> Subject: Student NI Numbers
>
> I've just been asked if we could include the NI number on student
> enrolment forms to help us to trace debtors. I think this may be
> excessive and not required for educational purposes. Does anyone else
> currently request this information on their enrolment forms and if so
> has it been beneficial?
>
> Thank you
>
> Jill Parr
> Senior Administrative Officer - Secretariat
> University of Central Lancashire
> Preston
> PR1 2HE
> e-mail: [log in to unmask]
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