Security and Data Protection
Cafcass requires all sensitive data is kept
secure. Security standards should be followed by those
working for Cafcass, and these are set out in the
Information Assurance Policy in Cafcass policies.
Secure email communication
All communication between Cafcass (and those working on behalf
of Cafcass) and any other partner must be secure.
Self-employed contractors must use a secure email account,
and can set one up via the Criminal Justice Secure eMail
(CJSM). The CJSM service allows non-Cafcass employees
to send emails containing information up to an equivalent of
‘Restricted’ (i.e. sensitive data) securely. Guidance on
setting up a CJSM account can be downloaded below.
Further information
Further information on any data
protection issues can be obtained by contacting The Governance
team at: governance@cafcass.gsi.gov.uk.