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INFORMATION GOVERNANCE

Purpose of This Section

The Information Governance section defines how NWAF™ manages, protects, controls and uses information across the governance system. It ensures that information is:

  • accurate

  • secure

  • accessible

  • classified correctly

  • legally compliant

  • used responsibly and ethically

Information Governance protects users, organisations and the integrity of the NWAF™ Governance Framework.

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1. Information Governance Principles

1.1 Accuracy

Information must be correct, verified and kept up‑to‑date.

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1.2 Security

Information must be protected from unauthorised access, loss or misuse.

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1.3 Accessibility

Information must be accessible to authorised users, including disabled people using assistive technologies.

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1.4 Transparency

Information handling processes must be documented, traceable and visible to relevant roles.

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1.5 Legal Compliance

Information must be managed in line with legislation, regulatory expectations and tribunal standards.

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1.6 Ethical Use

Information must be used responsibly, fairly and with respect for user rights.

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1.7 Founder Authority

Strategic information decisions require Founder approval.

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2. Types of Information Managed by NWAF™

NWAF™ may handle the following information types:

2.1 Governance Information

Policies, processes, standards, version control and governance records.

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2.2 User Information

Details shared by users during engagement, feedback or participation.

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2.3 Organisational Information

Information provided by organisations applying NWAF™ governance.

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2.4 Accessibility Information

Insights related to accessibility, usability and inclusive design.

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2.5 Performance Information

Metrics used for monitoring, reporting and improvement.

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2.6 Audit & Compliance Information

Records from audits, reviews and compliance checks.

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2.7 Sensitive Information

Information requiring additional protection due to legal or ethical considerations.

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3. Information Classification

Information must be classified to ensure appropriate handling:

3.1 Public Information

Safe for public access.

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3.2 Internal Information

Restricted to authorised NWAF™ roles.

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3.3 Confidential Information

Requires controlled access and additional security.

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3.4 Sensitive Information

Requires the highest level of protection and Founder oversight.

Classification ensures information is handled safely and consistently.

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4. Information Governance Activities

Information Governance includes:

  • information classification

  • information storage

  • access control

  • accuracy checks

  • security measures

  • retention and deletion

  • information sharing protocols

  • compliance monitoring

  • documentation and version control

All activities must follow NWAF™ governance and legal standards.

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5. Information Governance Process

All information must follow this structured process:

  1. Identify information purpose

  2. Classify information correctly

  3. Store information securely

  4. Control access based on role

  5. Verify accuracy and completeness

  6. Use information ethically and legally

  7. Retain or delete information according to policy

  8. Record information handling in version control

  9. Communicate information use where required

This ensures information is managed safely, responsibly and transparently.

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6. Information Security Requirements

Information must be protected through:

  • secure storage systems

  • access controls

  • encryption where appropriate

  • regular security reviews

  • compliance with legal standards

  • monitoring for risks or breaches

Any suspected information breach must be escalated immediately.

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7. Roles & Responsibilities

7.1 Founder

  • Approves strategic information decisions

  • Sets information governance expectations

  • Ensures alignment with NWAF™ vision

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7.2 Oversight

  • Leads information governance

  • Monitors accuracy and security

  • Produces information governance reports

  • Escalates risks or breaches

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7.3 Leads

  • Manage information within their domain

  • Ensure accuracy and compliance

  • Support information‑driven decisions

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7.4 Organisations

  • Apply information governance requirements

  • Protect user information

  • Report information issues or breaches

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7.5 Users

  • Provide accurate information

  • Report concerns about information use

  • Engage with information processes where relevant

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8. Why Information Governance Matters

Information Governance:

  • protects users and organisations

  • supports legal and accessibility compliance

  • strengthens governance maturity

  • ensures decisions are evidence‑based

  • maintains trust and transparency

  • reinforces Founder‑led integrity

  • safeguards the long‑term stability of NWAF™

Information is the backbone of a national‑grade governance system.

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Version Information

  • Version: 1.0

  • Status: Published

  • Approved by: Founder

  • Last Updated: 18 February 2026

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