Member

We on these Benches support Amendment 45, which seeks to ensure that the Information Commissioner’s annual report clearly records activities and actions taken in relation to children’s data protection. That is an important step in enhancing transparency, accountability and understanding of how children’s data is being safeguarded under the regulatory framework. The inclusion of those specific details in the annual report would not only be beneficial for ensuring accountability but reinforce the commitment to prioritising children’s best interests in the regulatory framework. It would provide clarity on the actions taken by the ICO, fostering greater trust in the oversight and enforcement of data protection laws, particularly with respect to children.