Author: Natalie Bennett
Why Is BCS the Best Data Protection Qualification? | Data Privacy Advisory Service
Learn more about how you could benefit from a BCS data protection qualification, and which types of training courses our expert team provides.
How to Assess a Data Breach: A Practical Guide
This blog explains how to assess a data breach by identifying its cause, determining what information was exposed, and evaluating the potential impact on affected individuals and the organisation. It outlines common causes of breaches, the importance of understanding the type and scale of compromised data, and how assessing the timeline of an incident can help businesses respond effectively, meet legal obligations, and reduce long-term risks.
Don’t Panic: A Pragmatic Guide to the June 2026 Enforcement of the Data (Use and Access) Act Changes
With the June 19, 2026 enforcement of the Data (Use and Access) Act approaching, ensuring your business is compliant doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. In our latest guide, we break down exactly what the new data protection complaint rules mean for you. Cut through the noise and discover our simple, free six-step checklist to update your protocols, designate handlers, and keep your business confidently compliant.
Subject Access Requests: Timelines & SAR Compliance Essentials | DPAS
Discover how to meet SAR compliance requirements and handle requests effectively, including timelines that you need to be aware of.
Questions to Ask Before Choosing an Outsourced DPO Provider
Choosing the right outsourced DPO provider is critical for compliance. Learn the key questions organisations should ask when evaluating DPO services and data protection support.
What Happens If You Ignore Data Protection Compliance?
Ignoring data protection compliance can lead to serious data protection consequences, operational disruption, and compliance risks. Learn the practical impact for organisations
Cookies, Consent & Compliance: Are We Getting It Right?
Cookies, Consent & Compliance: Are We Getting It Right? I’ll be honest, I used to just click “Accept All” every single time. Pop-up appears? Click….
Common Data Protection Policy and GDPR Policies Mistakes
The most common mistakes in data protection policy and GDPR policies – and how to fix them A well-structured data protection policy is central to…
Subject Access Requests: Why Expert Oversight Matters
Why expert human oversight still matters for Subject Access Requests and SAR compliance under the UK GDPR.
An end of year message from the DPAS team…
This year has been an exciting one for DPAS in lots of ways. We’ve had the privilege of working with organisations across a wide range of sectors, supporting them in navigating data protection challenges with confidence and clarity, which only strengthens our mission to engage, educate, and empower.
‘Tis the Season to be Wary
Whilst many of us are full of festive cheer and excited for the end of the month, it seems like an apt time to remind you that this is also the time of year when scammers work overtime.
DPAS Data Protection Bulletin – October 2025
The latest data protection news and developments from all around the world.