New Act enhances enforcement and investigatory powers

New Act enhances enforcement and investigatory powers

We are pleased to share an article published in the September issue of Privacy Laws & Business UK Report, providing an in-depth analysis of key changes to the structure, power, and enforcement capabilities of the UK’s data protection regulator, introduced by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA).

The DUAA, which recently received Royal Assent, represents the first significant update to the UK’s data protection regime since Brexit. The developments outlined in this article mark a shift in the ICO's regulatory oversight that has generated much debate.

Click below to read the full article by Senior Knowledge Lawyer Alison Llewellyn, Partner and Head of Data Protection Katie Hewson, and Partner and Cyber Lead Joanne Elieli to explore the key changes and practical steps that organisations should take to prepare for these new regulatory developments.

Download PDF for more information