Information Commissioner’s updated response to the Data (Use and Access) (DUA) Bill
The Data (Use and Access) (DUA) Bill was introduced to Parliament on 24 October 2024. The Bill has now completed its passage through the House of Lords, where it has been subject to a number of amendments and significant debate. This response provides the Information Commissioner’s comments on…
Direct marketing advice generator makes it easy for organisations to comply with the law
We have launched a free online tool to help organisations ensure their direct marketing activities comply with UK law – namely the Privacy and Electronic Communication Regulations (PECR), and the UK GDPR.
By using the direct marketing advice generator, small organisations will get reliable compliance advice, tailored to their own direct marketing activities, in minutes.
Debunking data protection myths about AI
From unlocking medical breakthroughs to revolutionising public services in the UK, AI has huge potential to transform our lives for the better. Across the economy, businesses seem excited about investing in AI to drive growth and innovation, while the tech is inspiring vibrant discussions amongst policymakers and the public alike.
ICO response to government on economic growth
The Prime Minister, the Chancellor, and the Business Secretary wrote to the Information Commissioner (along with 16 other regulators) at the end of December asking for proposals to boost business confidence, improve the investment climate, and foster sustainable economic growth.
ICO takes action to tackle cookie compliance across the UK’s top 1,000 websites
We have today announced plans to bring the UK’s top 1,000 websites into compliance with data protection law.
Company fined £200,000 for instigating unlawful loan promotion nuisance texts
We have fined West Sussex-based company ESL Consultancy Services Ltd (ESL) £200,000 for knowingly instigating unlawful loan promotion nuisance text messages being sent to people who had not consented to receive them.
Statement in response to AI Action Plan
AI has huge potential to transform businesses and public services, which is why it is a priority area for the ICO.
Celebrating twenty years of Freedom of Information
John Edwards – The Information Commissioner
Transparency and accountability are fundamental to our democracy – the impact of decisions made by public bodies can affect us all in some way.
So it is right that we celebrate twenty years of the Freedom of…
New year, new start-ups – get data privacy right from the start
We’re encouraging entrepreneurs to think about data protection as they make plans to launch their new business ventures this January, ahead of the new tax year.
New year, new you – 2025 is the year to tighten up your data privacy
This is the year to get your data privacy right. Here are some simple steps to tighten up your security and avoid becoming one of our statistics for 2025.
