EU Digital Omnibus Explained: Will Cookie Banners Finally Disappear?
Cookie fatigue is real. We’ve all done it – visited a website, seen yet another cookie banner, and clicked “Accept…
GDPR
Our GDPR articles offer in-depth coverage of this landmark regulation. We focus especially on the UK perspective. From compliance strategies to interpretations of specific articles, we provide guidance to help you navigate the complexities of GDPR and its impact on your day-to-day operations.
ICO Enforcement in 2025: Record Fines and What They Mean
The Information Commissioner’s Office issued fewer fines in the first half of 2025 than in previous years. Yet it collected…
GDPR Subject Access Requests When AI Processes Your Data
When someone submits a subject access request (SAR), you have 30 days to respond. For most organisations, this is straightforward.…
What is the UK Cyber Security and Resilience Bill?
In November 2025, the UK government introduced the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to Parliament, marking the most significant update…
Is GDPR Really on the Chopping Block in the EU?
Seven years after the General Data Protection Regulation transformed global privacy standards, Europe finds itself at a crossroads. The landmark…
Can a Company Process and Store Employee Fingerprint Data Under GDPR?
Two landmark cases demonstrate how seriously data protection authorities take workplace biometric processing. Learn when fingerprint data can and cannot…
EU Court Redefines ‘Personal Data’: 5 Documents to Update Now
On 4 September 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union fundamentally changed how "personal data" is defined under…
Got Views on How the ICO Handles Complaints? Now Is the Time to Share
The ICO is changing how it handles data protection complaints. With the consultation closing 31 October 2025, now is your…
Are EU-UK Cross-Border Data Transfers at Risk of Change?
EU-UK data adequacy decisions are up for renewal in 2025. With the December 27 deadline approaching, understand what's changing and…
GDPR Recognised Legitimate Interests: Understanding the New ‘Recognised’ Category
The UK's Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 introduces recognised legitimate interests, a new lawful basis giving organisations pre-approved grounds…
Bristol City Council ICO Enforcement Case: Falling Behind On Subject Access Request Compliance
Bristol City Council faces ICO enforcement action for 231 overdue Subject Access Requests dating back over three years. Learn the…
How to request your personal data under GDPR in the UK?
A comprehensive guide to making Subject Access Requests in the UK. Learn how to request your personal data from organisations,…
What the ICO Says About Data Protection Refresher Training
ICO requires data protection refresher training at "appropriate intervals." Learn frequency recommendations, what to include, and how to document compliance…
Does my business need to prepare for changes to Data Protection in the UK via the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025?
The Data Use and Access Act 2025 amends UK GDPR with changes rolling out through June 2026. Learn what's changed,…
Do I need to train my team about data protection – what does the ICO say in 2025?
If you handle personal data in your organisation, you’ve probably asked yourself: am I legally required to train my staff…
ICO fines Care Home Director for Deleting Data: The Warning Every Manager Should Read
On 3 September 2025, Jason Blake, 56, director of Bridlington Lodge Care Home in Yorkshire, was ordered to pay £1,100…
The UK Data (Use and Access) Act 2025: What You Actually Need to Know
The UK has new data protection laws. Again. But before you start panicking about another massive compliance overhaul, take a…
Understanding GDPR Data Subject Access Requests: A Practical Guide for Organisations
One important mechanism that empowers individuals (data subjects) under GDPR is the Data Subject Access Request (DSAR).
UK Home Office Receives Enforcement Notice Over Migrant GPS Tagging Data Risks
This action follows discussions with the ICO regarding a controversial pilot program that tracked the GPS locations of up to…
Exciting updates to our free GDPR training course: streamlined access and enhanced user experience
At Measured Collective, we are always striving to provide the best possible learning experience for our community of over 5,000…