CNIL issues FAQ on cookie guidance
The French regulator (the CNIL) has recently issued an FAQ in relation to its guidance on cookies (released in 2020). The FAQ covers some specific
April 28, 2026
Ian Pemberton
Court of Appeal rules on the meaning of consent
On 21 April 2026, the Court of Appeal handed down judgment in RTM v Bonne Terre Ltd and another. The judgment relates to consent under UK GDPR
April 21, 2026
CJEU rules online marketplaces are controllers of personal data in adverts
On 2 December 2025, the CJEU handed down judgment in case C-492/23 which related to a personal advertisement having been placed on an online marketplace
December 2, 2025
CJEU confirms that free user accounts can constitute a “sale” under the ePrivacy Directive
On 13 November 2025 the CJEU handed down judgment in the case of Inteligo Media SA (Inteligo) v Autoritatea Naţională de Supraveghere a Prelucrării Datelor cu
November 18, 2025
CNIL launches survey on the role of the DPO in AI governance
On 5 November 2025 the CNIL launched a survey to consider how DPOs are involved in AI governance and to identify their challenges and needs.
November 6, 2025
Failure to comply with the GDPR – what are the risks?
Non-compliance with data protection laws can cause significant issues for an organisation but what are the key risks? Regulators can take action against an organisation
December 3, 2024
How can a data protection programme of work help ongoing compliance?
A programme of work is a really useful tool to assist an organisation in complying with its legal and regulatory obligations under data protection law.
June 11, 2024
International Data Transfer Fundamentals – Transfers from the UK
You may have seen headlines last year about Meta, the owner of Facebook, being fined €1.2bn in relation to a data issue. The fine relates
March 28, 2024
What is a Record of Processing Activities?
Under Article 30 of the GDPR controllers and processors of personal data must document their processing activities; this is known as a Record of Processing
March 28, 2024
Help! We think we have had a data breach
You’re faced with a data breach. What should you do? There are a number of steps which organisations need to take when a data breach
March 28, 2024
What is a Data Subject Rights Request?
The GDPR provides individuals with a number of rights in relation to how their personal data is collected and processed by organisations. The GDPR does
March 27, 2024
Non-compliance: what’s the worst that can happen?
Non-compliance with data protection laws can cause significant issues for an organisation but what are the key risks? Regulators can take action against an organisation
March 27, 2024
Data Protection and Digital Information Bill progressing through the House of Lords
The bill had its second reading in the House of Lords on 19 December 2023. A number of issues were raised, including, amongst others, the
December 14, 2023
ICO issues guidance to retailers on processing personal data to tackle shoplifting
The ICO has released guidance to retailers on processing personal data to tackle shoplifting. This guidance has been issued following a recent, significant, increase in
November 28, 2023
ICO guidance on managing workers’ health data
The ICO has issued guidance on managing workers’ health data in accordance with data protection law. The guidance is divided into two parts. The first
November 28, 2023
Top tips on PETs – what they are and things to consider when using them
The ICO has issued new guidance on Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs). The guidance is split into two parts, the first being aimed at those with
July 28, 2023
EDPB produces EU GDPR guide for small businesses
The EDPB has produced a guide for small businesses on how to comply with the EU GDPR.
June 25, 2023
Resource Library
Data protection is a fluid terrain. Data protection legislation and the approach by regulators are constantly changing, so it is vital to stay up to date. In this resource library, you’ll find some expert insight and information to help you navigate a path of compliance.
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