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CESG  - http://www.cesg.gov.uk/  Evaluates and certifies the level of trust that may be placed in IT security features. Includes a list of certified products.  The Information Commissioner's Office  - http://www.dataprotection.gov.uk/  Office responsible for the enforcement of the Data Protection Act 1998, and also responsible for Freedom of Information. Offers guidance on principles of data protection and advice on compliance. Formerly known as the Data Protection Commissioner.  Office of Surveillance Commissioners  - http://www.surveillancecommissioners.gov.uk/  Provides information about the roles and responsibilities of those who authorise and conduct covert surveillance operations and covert human intelligence sources.  TIGER Information Governance Portal  - http://www.tigerportal.co.uk  Portal dedicated to improving information governance and data protection standards in the NHS, Social Care, Local Government and other organisations in the UK.  NHS Information Governance Web Site  - http://www.nhsia.nhs.uk/infogov/pages/default.asp  Information governance discussion site for practitioners in the National Health Service  Tiger Data Protection Training  - http://www.tiger-infogov.org  online training in all aspects of information governance and data protection  National Smart Card Authentication Project  - http://www.authentication.org.uk  National Project detailing the authentication processes required to obtain a smart card. Contains Process Maps, Publications, Authentication Levels, FAQ's and contact details.  Patient confidentiality and Access to Health Records  - http://www.dh.gov.uk/PolicyAndGuidance/InformationPolicy/PatientConfidentialityAndCaldicottGuardians/  Department of Health guidelines for protecting and using confidential patient information  Freedom of Information Act 2000  - http://www.opsi.gov.uk/acts/acts2000/20000036.htm  UK government legislation defining what information public sector organisations are obliged to provide on request.