Research and reports

Research and reports

We commission research to provide us with a deeper understanding of data protection and freedom of information, and how they affect you. Details of our reports to Parliament and other reports are also included in this section.

The research may not reflect the ICO’s views or policies (and we cannot guarantee its accuracy), but is intended to help us understand the nature and range of matters we may need to address and it may inform our decision making. It may also be used to help us create relevant policy, guidance and information to address current issues of concern.

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Data protection research

Our current data protection research.

Freedom of information research

Our current freedom of information research.

Information rights research

Our current information rights research.

Research archive

Our archive of research.

Reports to Parliament

The Commissioner can report to Parliament on issues of concern.

Other reports

We produce reports including a snapshot of our freedom of information and environmental regulations caseload and website and publications statistics.

Other useful items


  • What we cover

    Find out more about our responsibilities and obligations under the legislation we cover.

  • News and events

    Find out the latest news on data protection and freedom of information.