1. Do you have a Policy/procedure that covers the use of WhatsApp within the Council? This can be either as a standalone policy/procedure or as part of a larger policy/procedure. If yes, please could you provide the most recent copy.
Devon County Council (DCC) does not have a specific policy that covers the use of WhatsApp.
2. If you do not have any policy/procedures, please could you let me know if you allow the use of WhatsApp on Corporate devices?
DCC accepted a degree of WhatsApp usage to support our response to the coronavirus pandemic. We have created guidance for our staff to support their safe use of this solution.
3. If you have answered no to the above and yes to answer 2, please let me know if you have any plans on introducing a policy/procedure to cover the use.
DCC is reviewing its current position on the use of WhatsApp and will make changes to our policy position as and when required.