Data Protection Act 2018 amended by Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 consequential regulations

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, effective from 23 June 2026. These amendments ensure the Data Protection Act 2018 operates consistently with the new Data Use and Access Act framework. Organisations subject to data protection obligations must review and update their compliance practices to align with the modified requirements under the amended 2018 Act.

Who is affected

Organisations in the UK processing personal data under the Data Protection Act 2018, including those handling data under UK GDPR and equivalent frameworks. All data controllers and processors must ensure compliance with the amended provisions.

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