Stay ahead of UK data protection law with this expert-led webinar.
Richard Meehan (Partner, Head of Technology) and Karam Bhatti (Associate) explain everything busy organisations need to know about the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the latest changes introduced by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUA Act).
What you will learn
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UK framework: UK GDPR, DPA 2018, interplay with EU GDPR, and DUA Act changes to oversight & guidance
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The seven principles of processing: explained with real-world implications
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Compliance building blocks: policies, ICO registration/fees, retention, layered privacy notices, contracts, and DPO requirements
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DSARs: recognising valid requests, verifying identity, redaction, timelines & extensions
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Personal data breaches: triage, containment, ICO notifications, breach register & fines
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DPIAs: mandatory triggers, content, and due diligence requirements
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Records of Processing Activities (ROPAs): who must keep them, exemptions, and keeping them up to date
Who should watch?
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In-house counsel & data protection leads
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CTOs, COOs & IT leaders
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Compliance, HR & operations professionals
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Anyone seeking a crisp refresher or solid foundation aligned with current ICO guidance
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Richard Meehan
Partner
Richard is a Partner in our Corporate Commercial Team and Head of the Life Sciences sector with over 13 years of experience acting as a Commercial solicitor. Richard has specialist expertise in the negotiation of commercial contracts relating to the supply and distribution of goods and services, the licensing of software, and intellectual property.
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