The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 introduces consequential amendments to Data Protection Act 2018

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 brings consequential amendments into force affecting the Data Protection Act 2018. These amendments ensure the Data Protection Act 2018 remains aligned with the new data access and use framework introduced by the 2025 Act. Organisations must review affected provisions to understand how their compliance obligations under the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR may be adjusted in relation to data access and use requirements. Transitional provisions may apply to allow for phased implementation of certain changes.

What changed

• The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 introduces consequential amendments that modify specific provisions of the Data Protection Act 2018 to align with new data access and use obligations
• Transitional provisions are established to manage the implementation period for affected organisations and their data processing activities

Who is affected

UK organisations subject to the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR, particularly those handling personal data in contexts where data access and use rights apply under the new 2025 Act framework.

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