Time to prepare for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Businesses are being warned to prepare in advance for the introduction of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which come into force from May next year. Sophie Brookes, partner and professional support lawyer at Gateley plc, outlines the key changes as part of the new data regulations

Significant changes to the UK's data protection regime will be made next May when the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into force. The UK Information Commissioner's Office has advised businesses to check their data protection procedures now and ensure steps are taken so that they are prepared.

Some of the key changes set to be introduced by the GDPR include:

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