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 makes amendments to the Data Protection Act 2018 to align it with the new data use and access framework. These consequential amendments ensure the DPA 2018 operates consistently with the requirements and principles established under the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, affecting how data protection obligations are administered and enforced in the UK.

Who is affected

UK organisations subject to UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, including data controllers, data processors, and data protection officers; affects all sectors handling personal data in the UK.

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