keeping photos of children they have previously cared for.
A recent online discussion on a childminding forum has indicated that a number of childminders believe they must destroy all photos of the children they previously looked after or risk being in breach of the Data Protection Act.
One childminder said she had been told by the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) that she must shred all images she holds of previously minded children.
All 'data controllers' - this includes childminders and nurseries - must register with the ICO if processing personal information electronically for the provision of childcare, including taking photos of children in their care using a digital camera. Annual membership of the ICO for childminders costs £35.
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