How we handle information

Confidentiality is essential to creating a safe environment for reporting harassment and sexual misconduct.

Our Confidentiality Approach

We protect your privacy by:

• Sharing information only on a need-to-know basis
• Asking for your consent before sharing information
• Explaining confidentiality limits clearly
• Storing information securely
• Regularly reviewing who has access to information

When We Might Share Information

There are limited circumstances where we may share information without your consent:

• Risk of serious harm: Where there’s immediate danger to you or others
• Legal requirements: Where we’re legally required to share information
• Investigation needs: Where sharing is necessary for fair investigation
• External agencies: Where police or other authorities are involved

Data Protection

All information handling complies with:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• Data Protection Act 2018
• Professional confidentiality standards

More details about confidentiality are in our Student Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy and Student Confidentiality Policy.