Issue - decisions
REGULATION OF INVESTIGATORY POWERS ACT (‘RIPA’) UPDATE AND ANNUAL REVIEW
26/03/2026 - REGULATION OF INVESTIGATORY POWERS ACT (‘RIPA’) ANNUAL REVIEW
RESOLVED: That the Committee noted the content of the report.
RECOMMENDED TO CABINET: The adoption of the amended RIPA Policy (Appendix A).
REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION:
(1) The Council is required to ensure it has an up-to-date, compliant and operationally usable RIPA framework that reflects current legislation and codes of practice and supports effective governance and assurance.
(2) Approval of the updated policy reduces legal, regulatory and reputational risk, supports lawful enforcement activity where required, and strengthens transparency and democratic oversight.