The majority of the personal data breaches that are reported at the University relate to the use of email, as it is a tool that most people use frequently and it is often used quickly.

We hope that the guidance below will help to highlight and eliminate some of the risks related to personal data breaches which can arise from the use of email.

This includes information about what constitutes a personal data breach in terms of emails and what we can do to mitigate this risk, as well as some tips on best practice and what should be avoided.

Read the guidance