The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 introduces consequential amendments to UK GDPR

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 introduced changes affecting the Data Protection Act 2018. These amendments establish consequential changes and transitional provisions to align UK data protection law with the new data access and use framework. Organizations subject to UK GDPR must review and implement changes to their data handling processes to ensure compliance with the updated regulatory requirements.

What changed

• The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 introduces consequential amendments to the Data Protection Act 2018 through the Regulations 2026, effective from the publication date
• Transitional provisions have been established to manage the transition from previous data protection requirements to the new data access and use framework
• UK GDPR-regulated entities must adjust their data governance and handling procedures to comply with the amendments introduced by the new legislation

Who is affected

All organizations processing personal data in the UK and subject to UK GDPR requirements, including data controllers and data processors across all sectors and company sizes

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