The WGLG FE scheme is paid for by public funds. As such, it is subject to similar levels of auditing as other education schemes that involve public funds.

Retention of records

You must keep all school and college records relating to financial data for at least 7 years. This includes:

• student data
  
  
• WGLG FE Learning Agreements
  
  
• authorised absences
  
  
• attendance evidence
  
  
• correspondence about WGLG FE
  
  
• supporting documentation of eligibility, such as course and academic year
  
  
• management information

This includes electronic and paper-based records.

In compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018, you must keep your records in a secure and suitable format and environment.