Category: Privacy and Data Protection
How to Report Data Misuse to the ICO in the UK
Understanding Data Misuse Understanding Data Misuse Data misuse occurs when an organisation or individual handles your personal information in a way that goes against your rights or the law. In the UK, your personal data is protected by strict rules under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.…
How to Request Information from UK Public Bodies
Understanding Your Right to Information from Public Bodies Accessing information held by public bodies is a fundamental right in the UK, designed to promote openness, transparency, and accountability. If you want to know what information a government department, local council, NHS body, or other public authority holds, there are clear legal frameworks that give you…
Unauthorized Recording: UK Laws, Privacy Rights and Legal Risks
What is Unauthorized Recording? Unauthorized recording refers to making audio or video recordings of conversations, phone calls, events, or interactions without the consent or knowledge of the people involved. In the UK, this can include recording private discussions, telephone conversations, meetings, or even encounters with public officials such as the police. The legality of such…
How to Claim Compensation for a Data Breach in the UK
Understanding Data Breaches and Your Rights A data breach happens when personal information is accidentally or unlawfully accessed, disclosed, lost, altered, or destroyed without your permission. These incidents can take many forms. For example, a company might accidentally email your details to the wrong person, lose a laptop containing sensitive information, or have its systems…
How to Make a Subject Access Request for Your Data
What is a Subject Access Request (SAR)? A Subject Access Request (SAR) is a legal right under UK data protection law, specifically the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. It allows you to ask any organisation – such as a business, public authority, employer, or charity – for…
Your Data Rights Explained: How UK Law Protects Your Privacy
Introduction to Your Data Rights Introduction to Your Data Rights Personal data is any information that can identify you, either directly or indirectly. This includes obvious details like your name, address, and date of birth, but also covers things such as email addresses, phone numbers, online account details, and even your browsing history. In today’s…
