Ten things you need to know about the new Data Protection Regulation

The implementation of the EU General Data Protection Regulation is set to be the most significant change to data protection in the UK and EU since 1995, and will impact businesses of all sizes processing personal data. Penalties for non-compliance will increase and businesses will be required to report breaches to the regulator. Individuals will also get new privacy rights. It’s vital that research businesses are ready. Our Director of Policy & Standards will take you through the implications of the main changes and offer some tips for getting your business ready. 

1. - Directly applicable regulation
2. - Wide scope and coverage of data
3. - Extra territorial effect
4. - Application to processors
5. - Requires greater accountability
6. - Individuals rights are strengthened
7. - Data breaches must be notified
8. - Appointment of DPOs
9. - Cross border transfers
10. - Significant fines and enforcement regime

Although there will be a two year transition period the most sensible decision is to ensure that you are compliant now!