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United Kingdom
UK GDPR & Data Protection Act 2018
Europe🟢 Comprehensive
Compliance Score
86%
12 Addressed
2 Partial
0 None
Authority
Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Overview
Post-Brexit, the UK has retained GDPR principles through the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018. The ICO remains an active regulator, and the UK maintains its adequacy decision from the EU.
14-Topic Coverage Analysis
Data Protection Authority
AddressedConsent Requirements
AddressedData Subject Rights
AddressedCross-Border Transfer
AddressedBreach Notification
AddressedDPO Requirements
AddressedChildren's Data
AddressedPenalties & Enforcement
AddressedSector-Specific Rules
PartialCookie/Tracking
AddressedAI & Automated Decisions
AddressedData Localisation
PartialSignificant Data Fiduciary
AddressedGovernment Data
Addressed? Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum penalty for a data breach under UK GDPR?+
Under the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018, the maximum fine is £17.5 million or 4% of global annual turnover, whichever is higher.
Does the UK require data localisation?+
No, the UK does not require data localisation. The UK follows a similar approach to the EU, allowing international transfers to countries deemed adequate by the UK government.
Who regulates data protection in the UK?+
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) is the independent regulatory authority responsible for enforcing data protection laws in the UK.