Question:
A comment was sought about the report from the Scottish Information Commissioner, published on 9th July 2025.
Response:
A spokesperson for NHS Fife said: "NHS Fife notes the report from the Scottish Information Commissioner, published on 9th July 2025 and will comply fully with the decision notice.
"The costs to date associated with the defence of the employment tribunal, brought against NHS Fife by Sandie Peggie have been made publicly available on the NHS Fife website at: www.nhsfife.org/news-updates/latest-news/2025/07/statement-employment-tribunal-legal-costs/
"NHS Fife sought a Rule 50 order to protect the confidentiality of sensitive personal information of staff involved in the tribunal process.
"As a public sector organisation NHS Fife has a duty of care to all its staff with consideration given to protecting their privacy, safety, security and wellbeing.
"The decision to apply for the order was made following legal advice and in line with the reasons outlined above."
