The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 introduces consequential amendments to UK GDPR and DPA 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 came into force, introducing amendments to the Data Protection Act 2018 and related UK GDPR provisions. This legislation establishes new requirements for organisations regarding data use and access rights. Controllers and processors must review their data handling practices to ensure compliance with the expanded framework for data access and use mechanisms.

Who is affected

Organisations processing personal data in the UK, including data controllers and processors across all sectors

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