Data capture and storage
The data are considered highly confidential as they contain identifiable patient-level
data linked with EHRs, clinical management data and their storage and sharing abide by the
University of Leeds data protection and sharing policies. Data are stored in the Leeds
Analytics Secure Environment for Research (LASER) within the University of Leeds. LASER is
a Leeds Institute for Data Analytics purpose-built cloud-based platform for hosting
sensitive data compliant with ISO 27001 standards and the NHS Data security and protection
toolkit. Pseudonymized data are accessible for analysis with approval from the local data
controller (CPG) in a dedicated secure LASER Virtual Research Environment. All individuals
with access to these data are required to undergo the University of Leeds information
security training and to sign an information security policy before accessing the data.
The University of Leeds Information Security Policy is implemented and drawn up in line
with ISO 27 001.