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 introduce changes to the Data Protection Act 2018, implementing consequential amendments required by the new legislation on data use and access. These amendments ensure that data protection obligations under the 2018 Act remain consistent with the new data access and use framework. Organizations subject to UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 must review the amended provisions to maintain compliance with both regimes.

Who is affected

Organizations operating under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, including data controllers, data processors, and entities that provide data access services in the United Kingdom.

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