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Cyber Security

7 Cyber Security Threats for 2026: What Lies Ahead?

Cyber security is evolving fast. As organisations race to adopt new tools, attackers move just as quickly to exploit gaps. What will 2026 look

Jack Penaligon

Data Protection & GDPR

Soft Opt-In for Charities: Preparing for Low-Risk Direct Marketing Changes

Soft Opt-In for Charities: Preparing for Low-Risk Direct Marketing Changes The UK’s Data (Use and Access) Act, which received Royal Assent on 19 June 2025,

Nigel Gooding

Data Subject Access Requests

DUAA and SARs: Considering reasonable and proportionate searches

What does the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 change? The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, which received Royal Assent on 19 June 2025,

Jack Penaligon

Artificial Intelligence

Judicial Review To Help Determine Future Of AI Systems In The Public Sector

The Metropolitan Police arresting over 500 individuals on Saturday 9th August under the Terrorism Act 2000 was seen by some as a heavy handed approach.

Alex Haslam

Cyber Security

Phishing for Data: How to Spot, Stop, and Stay Resilient Against Attacks

Phishing is an ever prevalent tactic used by cybercriminals, and therefore it remains a hot topic for data protection professionals. Across all industries we have

Lauren Durham-Hutchins

Data Protection & GDPR

Compliant or Complacent? The ICO’s Data Protection Standards Could Prove You Wrong

Your organisation’s reputation takes years to build, but only moments to destroy. From one small mistake, like sending an email to the wrong client or

Jasmine Fraser

Data Protection & GDPR

A Legal Analysis of PECR and UK GDPR Enforcement (2019–2025)

A Legal Analysis of PECR and UK GDPR Enforcement (2019–2025): A Warning to Data Controllers on the enactment of the Data (Use and Access) Act.

Nigel Gooding

Data Protection & GDPR

The Real Impact of “Simple” Data Breach

I’ve been following a story that’s deeply troubling, and I think it’s a crucial lesson for anyone who handles sensitive data. Channel 4 recently reported

Mel