The main reasons for implementing an email archiving system, is to comply with the following legislation, or codes of conduct:
- BSI 7799,
- BSI PD00008, PD0010, PD5000,
- Data Protection Act,
- RIP (Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000),
- Employment Law,
- SEC 17a.
- To ensure that an organisation’s email usage policy is adhered to
- For use as evidence if required due to any form of litigation.
Please note that this list is not definitive and you should be aware of all legislation that may affect your company and your specific requirements.
It should also be noted that:
- Companies, company directors, and users can be held liable for failure to retain documents and records.
- Electronic documents are admissible before a court of law (UK Civil Evidence Act 1995).
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UK Applicable Laws include:
Vicarious Liability, e.g.
– Defamation Act,
– Sex Discrimination Act.
Privacy, e.g.
– Data Protection Act,
– Human Rights Act.
Regulatory Obligation.