The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 makes 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 come into effect, making consequential amendments to the Data Protection Act 2018. These amendments align DPA 2018 provisions with the new framework for data access and use established by the 2025 Act. Organisations handling personal data must review updated requirements under DPA 2018 to ensure compliance with both the revised Act and the new regulatory framework. Transitional provisions apply during the implementation period.

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 reflect new data access and use provisions
• Transitional provisions have been established to govern the period between implementation of the Regulations and full compliance requirements

Who is affected

All organisations subject to UK data protection law, including those processing personal data under GDPR and DPA 2018 frameworks in the United Kingdom

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