Multi Agency Access to MIS Data

[ama178]

Here is a general question, and is relevant for all MIS's.

 

I have been asked to supply usernames and passwords for use by multi agency support teams to access the schools MIS (CMIS)

 

My question is this. What are the legal implications of doing this, does it breach data protection and safeguarding children policies?

 

Do any other schools allow multi agency access?

 

I know for example that if a police officer comes to reception you are not allowed to pass information about a student to the officer unless they have a warrant.

Edited May 19, 2011 by ama178

[creese]

This would depend on who wants the access and what data they are accessing. It's a decision that SMT/SLT need to make. No one can demand access to your MIS, but they can request it and be given it, with conditions.

[vikpaw]

I would want a clearer definition of 'multi-agency support teams' - not just a generic umbrella.

[matt40k]

Shouldn't they be able to get it via the LA?