Getting the Data Protection Officer Role Right: Lessons From The GDPR And A Recent Fine

Under the GDPR, the role of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) plays a central part in how organisations are expected to govern data. Ignoring the rules on designation, independence, and support doesn’t just create theoretical risks. It can lead to penalties worth millions. What the GDPR Requires: Designation, Position, and Responsibilities of the DPO Not [...]

2025-03-26T13:30:23+01:00March 26th, 2025|Data Protection, DPO, GDPR, Uncategorized|

Scope of the GDPR: A Global Impact Beyond Borders

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is one of the most comprehensive and stringent data privacy laws globally. It aims to protect fundamental rights and freedoms of individuals, in particular the right to the protection of personal data. It is effective since 25 May 2018 and as a regulation, directly applicable in European Union (EU) [...]

2024-12-13T13:15:26+01:00December 11th, 2024|Data Protection, GDPR, Uncategorized|

DPIA 101

What is a DPIA? Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) are crucial processes that help companies manage how they handle personal data and identify and minimize risks to rights and freedoms before launching new products or services. This process allows companies to manage how they handle personal data and demonstrates their General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) [...]

2024-09-24T20:11:13+01:00May 31st, 2024|DPIA, DPO, Privacy|

The rise of DSARs

Understanding DSARs: Individuals have the right to access and receive a copy of their personal data, and other supplementary information. This is commonly referred to as a Data Subject Access Request (DSAR).  The volume of DSARs continues to rise, as businesses must prioritize proactive measures to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape and safeguard their organizations [...]

2024-09-24T20:16:03+01:00April 25th, 2024|DSAR, GDPR, Privacy|

Can Your Organisation Use AI to Recruit Employees?

Rapid and unprecedented developments in artificial intelligence (AI) technology reshaping industries and revolutionizing traditional business practices. Consequently, the integration and implementation of AI systems into organizations has become a strategic imperative for business. The future AI Act creates a regulatory framework for various sectors, including the critical topic of recruitment. Recruitment under the AI [...]