Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office

The Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office (IPCO) was established on 1 September 2017 to provide independent regulation and oversight of the use of investigatory powers by intelligence agencies, police forces and other public authorities. It replaced the Intelligence Services Commissioner, the Interception of Communications Commissioner’s Office and the Office of Surveillance Commissioners. Content on the IPCO site includes information on its function and responsibilities and annual reports (including those of its three precursor bodies).