The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 brings 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 has amended the Data Protection Act 2018 to align with the new data access and use framework. These consequential amendments ensure consistency between the DPA 2018 and the new legislative regime for data access rights. Organisations handling personal data must review the modified provisions to ensure continued compliance with updated requirements. Transitional provisions establish timelines for implementation and adjustment to the new framework.

What changed

• The Data Protection Act 2018 has been amended by The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2026 to align with the new data access and use regulatory framework.
• Specific provisions of the DPA 2018 have been modified to remove conflicts and ensure coherence with the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 requirements.
• Transitional provisions establish timelines for organisations to adapt to the amended framework and modified data protection obligations.

Who is affected

UK organisations processing personal data, particularly those subject to both DPA 2018 and the new Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 frameworks

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