The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 introduces consequential amendments to the 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 have come into effect, introducing amendments to the Data Protection Act 2018. These consequential amendments align the DPA 2018 with the new requirements and framework established by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025. Organizations subject to UK GDPR and the DPA 2018 should review the amended provisions to ensure continued compliance with data protection obligations.

What changed

• The Data Protection Act 2018 is amended by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (Consequential Amendments and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2026 to align with the new legislative framework for data use and access rights.
• Transitional provisions are introduced to manage the implementation period and allow affected parties to adjust their practices and systems to comply with the amended requirements.

Who is affected

All organizations in the UK subject to the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR, including data controllers and processors handling personal data

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