About RIPA
About the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act
The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA) legislates for using methods of surveillance and information gathering to help the prevention of crime, including terrorism.
RIPA makes provision for:
- the interception of communications
- the acquisition and disclosure of data relating to communications
- the carrying out of surveillance
- the use of covert human intelligence sources
- access to electronic data protected by encryption or passwords
- the appointment of Commissioners and the establishment of a tribunal with jurisdiction to oversee these issues
Explore this section:
-
Keep track of the latest developments affecting the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act.
-
Current and closed Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act consultations.
-
Information for practitioners about using the forms.
