Written question asked by Steve Webb (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 18 March 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 31 March 2004. It was answered by Alun Michael (Labour) on Wednesday, 31 March 2004 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

Dept for Environment Food and Rural Affairs

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, how many cases of computer misuse there were in her Department in 2003, broken down by category of misuse; and how many of those cases resulted in disciplinary action. - No figures given.

Answer: Mr. Webb: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs how many cases of computer misuse there were in her Department in 2003, broken down by category of misuse; and how many of those cases resulted in disciplinary action. [163253] Alun Michael: The Department does not maintain a central list of all cases of computer misuse because these are generally handled through the line management chain or local Personnel Units. The IT Directorate provides information in cases of suspected computer misuse. There were no cases of formal disciplinary action within the Department during 2003. The Department seeks to ensure that all users of computer systems are fully aware of their responsibilities and legal obligations. This is done by a variety of methods such as through system training programmes, published user guides and usage policies together with general security policy guidance and advice. This material is subject to regular review and is easily accessible through the Departmental Intranet. Regular Office Notices also provide reminders of key points.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 419 c1468-9W;419 c1470-1W; 163253
Session: 2003-04
Subjects: Disciplinary proceedings Software Computers Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Government departments
Contains statistics: Yes
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk