What is the difference between identifying and non-identifying information?
Identifying information is that which could lead to or has the potential to identify a person. Examples could be a full name or surname, address, date of birth or occupation, if unusual. UKDL will only release information when the person about whom the information relates has been offered the opportunity to discuss the implications of releasing such information with a UKDL member of staff and their written consent obtained. Non-identifying information provides details about a person but does not identify him or her. This may include a forename, physical description, family background and medical history, personal interests and general work history if not specific. UKDL will only release information when the person about whom the information relates has been offered the opportunity to discuss the implications of releasing such information with a UKDL member of staff and their written consent obtained.
