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 modify the UK Data Protection Act 2018 to align it with the new data access and use framework. This requires organisations to adjust their data handling practices and governance structures to comply with both the updated DPA 2018 provisions and the new data access obligations under the 2025 Act. Transitional provisions establish timelines for compliance, during which organisations may operate under existing arrangements while implementing necessary changes.

Who is affected

All UK organisations processing personal data, particularly those handling data assets subject to the new data access and use regime introduced by the 2025 Act. The text does not specify sector-specific impacts or size thresholds.

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