Internet and E-Mail Policy

The Internet is a worldwide communications network linking together computer networks and many millions of users through public and private telecommunications lines.

Shrewsbury and Atcham Borough Council recognises that both e-mail and the Internet are critical to the work carried out by Officers and Councillors.

Many of our citizens, partners and suppliers have an expectation that they can deal with us through these mediums.

Email and the Internet are key components in central government targets for the delivery of Electronic Government.

Why a Policy?

Because of the open nature and ready availability of e-mail and Internet services, there are potential dangers to the Council. These could arise from malicious intent, carelessness, complacency or misuse.

Preventing these risks occurring is of paramount importance and requires the Council to adopt a policy on the use of these facilities.

The document is intended to clearly define the conditions of use of the Internet and e-mail for Staff and Councillors.

The policy should be read in conjunction with the Council's 'Information Security Policy' which defines the responsibilities of all users of Computer Services for computer security.

A copy of the policy is available via the Council's Intranet site or on request from Computer Services.

Download

The entire Policy (8 pages) may be downloaded using the link below.

  (Microsoft Word format, 56kb)

Queries

If you have any queries with regards to the policy documents please contact:

Chris Taylor
Tel: 01743 281081
Email: chris.taylor@shrewsbury.gov.uk.