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UK Data Protection: Development round-up 2022 and 2023 trends

In this podcast two members of the Data Protection team at Clarkslegal discuss the main developments in the UK Data Protection scene from 2022 and what trends to look out for in 2023.

Key developments of 2022

  • Implementation of the International Data Transfer Agreement and update to Transfer Risk Assessments
  • The Data Protection and Data Information Bill
  • New guidance on the UK BCRs
  • Cybersecurity and data breaches

What to look out for in 2023

  • Data protection reform
  • Regulation of AI
  • Development of the metaverse
  • UK ‘adequacy’ status review

Read, listen and watch our latest insights

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  • 01 July 2025
  • Privacy and Data Protection

Data protection compliance: tricky issues for employers

This article highlights key issues organisations may face when processing personal data and stresses the importance of a proactive approach. It also outlines tailored training packages to support compliance and build internal expertise.

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  • 20 June 2025
  • Privacy and Data Protection

Data Protection reform receives Royal Assent: What is the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) and what it means for your business

The UK’s data protection framework is about to undergo its most significant change since the UK GDPR came into force. After months of parliamentary debate, the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (‘DUAA’) has successfully received Royal Assent.

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  • 16 June 2025
  • Privacy and Data Protection

WhatsApp in the workplace: Is it legally safe?

In this podcast, Lucy White and Monica Mastropasqua, members of the Data Protection team at Clarkslegal, will address frequently asked questions from clients regarding the use of WhatsApp at work.

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  • 13 June 2025
  • Employment

Human Resources – A Shift Towards artificial intelligence?

On 6 May 2025, the SRA authorised the first law firm providing legal services through artificial intelligence. Garfield.Law will provide an AI-powered tool which can assist businesses with the small claims court process, to aid in recovering unpaid debts.

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  • 04 June 2025
  • Privacy and Data Protection

Decrypting the ICO’s Draft Updated Guidance On Encryption

Where data breaches are easily achieved by human error, encryption not only offers a secure way of sending personal data, but also provides another layer of protection if a data breach was to occur.

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  • 27 May 2025
  • Privacy and Data Protection

Extension of UK adequacy: The European Data Protection Board adopts the European Commission’s decision

Earlier this year, the European Commission adopted an extension of the two 2021 adequacy decisions with the UK for a period of six months, until 27 December 2025.