Barnet prevent and channel privacy notice

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Barnet has statutory duties under section 36 to 41 of the Counter Terrorism and Security Act 2015 to provide support for people being drawn into any form of terrorism. Channel is a programme focusing on providing support at an early stage to people who are identified as being vulnerable. The programme uses a multi-agency approach to protect vulnerable people by:

  • identifying individuals at risk
  • assessing the nature and extent of that risk
  • developing the most appropriate support plan for the individuals concerned

We work regularly with the police, probation service, social care teams and others to identify risk and provide tailored support at an early stage to individuals, with the aim of preventing them from being drawn into terrorism.

Personal information we collect and use

We collect the following personal information about you:

  • personal information (name, date of birth, ethnicity, address, telephone, email, NHS number, proof of identity, unique pupil number);
  • parents/carers personal information
  • personal information about other members of household
  • personal information about close relatives
  • details of family relationships in and outside the household
  • data subject and family’s legal status
  • accommodation
  • employment status
  • details about physical and emotional well-being and parenting
  • details of any risk issues
  • youth offending information: offences (including alleged offences), criminal proceedings, convictions and sentences
  • medical history
  • mental health history
  • health, social care or other services provided
  • information about situation given to us by family/carers and/or other organisations (e.g. GP, school nurse, Police)
  • reports relating to situation (e.g. safeguarding and other assessments, Child Protection Plans and Looked After Children reviews)
  • educational progress and attainment information
  • school attendance, exclusions and behavioural information; and
  • information such as court orders and professional involvement
  • the data subject and immediate families’ immigration history if relevant to the case (intelligence suggesting radicalisation or affiliation with foreign or transnational extremist or terrorist organisations)
  • police audio and video recording
  • any documents sent to us relating to the data subject (referrals received from other agencies and professionals)
  • racial and ethnic origin
  • political opinion
  • religious or philosophical belief
  • sexual orientation

We collect the information from you or from the Barnet Channel Panel. We also process personal information concerning criminal convictions and offences.

Who we share your personal information with

Personal information is shared securely and only where strictly necessary. Relevant information will be sought from other agencies to help with our assessment. Where there is a need this will be discussed at a multi-agency panel to consider whether intervention support should be offered. The information will only be shared with relevant agencies, including:

  • DWP 
  • Police 
  • Judicial Agencies (courts) 
  • Health Agencies 
  • Legal representatives 
  • Expert Witnesses 
  • Council services (Family services, Adults service, Barnet Homes)
  • HMRC
  • Government departments (DFE)
  • Professional regulatory bodies
  • Probation/Prison Services
  • UK Border Agency
  • Council legal service
  • insurance companies
  • other local authorities
  • Ofsted
  • voluntary agencies or third sector
  • Housing providers
  • Specialist Organisations (substance misuse agencies, mental health support agencies)
  • Trade Unions
  • Home Office
  • Credit Reference Agencies

Legislation that applies

  • Counter Terrorism and Security Act 2015
  • The Revised Prevent Duty Guidance, the statutory Channel guidance

How long your personal data will be kept

We will hold your personal information for 10 years after your case is closed. The information will then be reviewed and only retained where there is an ongoing requirement to retain for a statutory or legal purpose. Following this your personal information will be securely destroyed.