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Annual Report of the Investigatory Powers Commissioner

05 March 2020

Proposing MP
Uxbridge and South Ruislip
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Prime Minister

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The Prime Minister presents the annual report by the Investigatory Powers Commissioner on the oversight of security and intelligence agencies' use of intrusive powers.

Action Requested

No specific future actions are proposed, but the report is commended to the House for its demonstration of high levels of operational competence and respect for the law among relevant public authorities. The Prime Minister also thanks the Commissioners and their staff for their work in establishing IPCO.

Key Facts

  • Report submitted by Sir Brian Leveson.
  • Report covers year 2018, drafted by Lord Justice Fulford.
  • Commissioner has identified problems which departments and agencies have worked to address.
  • Confidential annex dealing with intelligence agencies not published due to national security concerns.
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