Guidance

You would like to do some research with public sector data, but where do you start? Accessing data can be complex and confusing. Simply follow our simple steps to plan your research appropriately.

Data controllers in the private and public sectors hold increasing amounts of personal data on individuals. The following guidance has been prepared to aid data controllers and processors to ensure they meet their obligations with regard to the security of personal data they process.

It’s important researchers understand their legal responsibilities and the information governance that is needed to demonstrate compliance. The following guide has been prepared to aid researchers to ensure they meet their legal responsibilities and to ensure that privacy, transparency and accountability are upheld.

Research Data Scotland is committed to accountability through transparency and fiduciary responsibility. A high priority is ensuring RDS’s users and the general public have regular and timely access to information and a firm understanding of our operations and our ongoing strategic direction.

Continuing to ensure that privacy is always maintained and that research is carried out transparently is at the forefront of the work we do.