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Lessons from the 23andMe Data Breach: A UK GDPR Guide for Small Businesses

In October 2023, the genetics company 23andMe made headlines for a significant data breach. The incident saw the personal data of millions of users...

UK’s Data Reform Becomes Law: What the New Data (Use and Access) Act Means for Your Business

LONDON, 19 June 2025 – After a complex legislative journey, the Data (Use and Access) Bill received Royal Assent today, officially becoming the Data...

UK GDPR Compliance Checklist: Your First Steps to Peace of Mind

For many UK small business owners and freelancers, the mere mention of the UK GDPR can cause a wave of anxiety. It often brings...

The UK GDPR Health Check: A 10-Point Self-Assessment for Small Businesses

For many small businesses and freelancers across the UK, the mention of UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) can still bring a shiver...

Smart Living, Private Lives: Understanding the ICO’s New IoT Guidance for UK Businesses

The rapid rise of smart devices in our homes and workplaces—from intelligent speakers to connected kitchen appliances—brings incredible convenience. However, these "Internet of Things"...

Are Marketers Data Controllers or Processors Under UK GDPR?

Navigating the world of data protection can feel like trying to solve a complex puzzle, especially for marketers. You're constantly working with personal information,...

ICO Launches Consultation to Shape Data Protection Rules for Smart Devices

LONDON, 16 June 2025 – The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has today opened a vital public consultation on new draft guidance for consumer Internet...

DSPT for Small Businesses & Freelancers: What You Need to Know (Beyond Healthcare)

As a small business owner, freelancer, or e-commerce platform operator in the UK, you might think the Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) is...

Case Study: Managing Employee Data – A UK GDPR Example for HR Departments

For any organisation with employees, the Human Resources (HR) department is a central hub for employee personal data. From recruitment to payroll, performance management,...

Case Study: A Day in the Life of a GDPR-Compliant Marketer – Ethical Data Use in Practice

For many marketing professionals, the mention of UK GDPR often conjures images of restrictive rules and lost opportunities. There's a common belief that data...

Case Study: What Happens When a Company Gets It Wrong (Hypothetical Data Breach Example)

The thought of a data breach is a chilling prospect for any business owner. However, simply hoping it won't happen isn't a strategy. Understanding...

Case Study: How a Small Online Charity Handles Donor Data – A UK GDPR Success Story

For many small charities and non-profit organisations in the UK, managing supporter data feels like a significant challenge. Donor information often includes names, addresses,...

Lessons from the 23andMe Data Breach: A UK GDPR Guide for Small Businesses

In October 2023, the genetics company 23andMe made headlines for a significant data breach. The incident saw the personal data of millions of users...

UK’s Data Reform Becomes Law: What the New Data (Use and Access) Act Means for Your Business

LONDON, 19 June 2025 – After a complex legislative journey, the Data (Use and Access) Bill received Royal Assent today, officially becoming the Data...