Data Protection Act 2018 amended by Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 Consequential Amendments Regulations 2026

Original title: The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2026 effect on Data Protection Act 2018

The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2026 introduce consequential amendments to the Data Protection Act 2018. These amendments align the DPA 2018 with the new data access and use framework established by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025. Organisations subject to UK GDPR and DPA 2018 requirements must review the amended provisions to ensure continued compliance with updated regulatory obligations.

What changed

• The Data Protection Act 2018 is amended consequentially following the enactment of the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 to reflect changes in the data access and use regulatory framework
• Transitional provisions are introduced to manage the transition period and ensure continuity of compliance obligations during implementation
• The amendments align existing DPA 2018 provisions with new powers and responsibilities established under the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025

Who is affected

All organisations and individuals in the UK subject to the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR, including data controllers, processors, and the Information Commissioner's Office in their regulatory capacity

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