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 have come into force, bringing 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 2025 Act. Organizations subject to UK GDPR and the DPA 2018 should review the amended provisions to ensure continued compliance with updated requirements.

Who is affected

Organizations processing personal data in the UK, subject to UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018

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