A research report carried out by Salford University claims that many schools are currently breaching data protection legislation by neglecting to inform pupils that monitoring is taking place and failing to explain the purpose for such monitoring. This story is a reminder to all institutions of their obligations under the Data Protection Act when making use of CCTV and other forms of monitoring. For more information, please go to: http://localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1443:schools-use-of-cctv-breaks-data-protection-laws-claims-new-research&catid=59:governance-a-risk-articles. The Information Commissioner's Office provides guidance on the use of CCTV at: http://www.ico.gov.uk/for_the_public/topic_specific_guides/cctv.aspx.