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The calls, made between May 2024 and February 2025, promoted call blocking devices that were supposedly designed to protect consumers from the very nuisance calls the - [Manchester Airport Group Data Breach Affects 8.7 Million Customer Records](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/manchester-airport-group-data-breach-affects-8-7-million-customer-records/) - Manchester Airport Group (MAG) reported that attackers gained access to a system containing customer information associated with: Airport Wi-Fi registrations Car park bookings Airport lounge bookings Fast Track services Approximately 8.7 million customer records are believed to have been affected, making it one of the largest UK data breaches reported in 2026. The compromised information included: Email - [Reform UK’s Proposal to Replace UK GDPR: What It Means for Businesses and Privacy Rights](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/reform-uks-proposal-to-replace-uk-gdpr-what-it-means-for-businesses-and-privacy-rights/) - Reform UK wants to replace UK GDPR with a light-touch law modelled on New Zealand. Here is what is actually proposed, what would change, and what your business should do now. - [English National Ballet & UK Charities Impacted by Beacon CRM Supply Chain Attack](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/english-national-ballet-uk-charities-impacted-by-beacon-crm-supply-chain-attack/) - The English National Ballet and UK charities face data exposure after a Beacon CRM cyber incident. Here is what it means for third-party GDPR risk. - [ICO Penalises Metropolitan Police Over Serious Data Protection Failures](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/ico-penalises-metropolitan-police-over-serious-data-protection-failures/) - The ICO has penalised the Met Police over severe data protection failures. Read our analysis on what happened and key lessons for business compliance. - [The ICO’s New 12-Complaint Threshold: Is Your Internal Tracking Leaving You Exposed?](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/the-icos-new-12-complaint-threshold/) - When the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) published its updated data protection complaints framework, much of the industry focus naturally fell on how the regulator triages its workload. Looking closer at the details, a specific metric stands out for DPOs, Directors and Risk Teams: the 12-complaint threshold. Under the updated framework, receiving 12 complaints about the - [Soft Opt-In is Harder Than You Think: Andy Chesterman in Fundraising Magazine](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/soft-opt-in-is-harder-than-you-think-andy-chesterman-in-fundraising-magazine/) - The implementation of the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) earlier this year brought a welcome wave of flexibility for charity fundraisers. By softening the rules around electronic marketing, the act allowed charities to utilise "soft opt-in" routes to communicate with supporters without requiring explicit prior consent. But as Privacy Helper Managing Director Andy - [Data Alert: Andy Chesterman Highlights New Liabilities for Health Clubs in HCM Magazine](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/data-alert-andy-chesterman-highlights-new-liabilities-for-health-clubs-in-hcm-magazine/) - Health clubs and leisure centres have evolved into some of the most data-intensive operations around, managing everything from direct debit mandates and CCTV footage to highly sensitive medical screening records (PAR-Qs). But as new legislation takes effect, many operators are exposing hidden vulnerabilities in how they manage customer records. In a featured article for HCM - [The Meta MCI Fallout: What UK Businesses Must Learn About Workplace Tracking](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/the-meta-mci-fallout-what-uk-businesses-must-learn-about-workplace-tracking/) - The fallout from Meta’s Model Capability Initiative (MCI) serves as a stark reminder of the hidden risks of workplace tracking. Initially launched to train internal AI models by passively logging mouse movements, click locations and keystrokes on employee laptops, the program faced immediate resistance. More than 1,600 employees signed a petition warning that the system - [ICO Fines Manchester Firm £300k for Unlawful Texts to 5.5 Million People](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/ico-fines-manchester-firm-300k-for-unlawful-texts-to-5-5-million-people/) - A Manchester firm was fined £300,000 for sending 5.5m unlawful marketing texts to people in debt. Learn what it means for PECR compliance. - [What is the impact of The Data (Use and Access) Act for charities?](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/what-is-the-impact-of-the-duaa-for-charities/) - The UK Government has introduced an amendment to the Data (Use and Access) Bill, which will have a significant impact on the way that charities advertise fundraisers and activities. - [The Data (Use and Access) Act: What Impact Will It Have On Organisations?](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/data-use-access-act-2025-impact-on-organisations/) - The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, first introduced in the House of Lords as the Data (Use and Access) Bill, has finally been granted royal ascent. - [Nearly £1m ICO Fine Shows Cyber Security Failures Are Now a Data Protection Issue](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/nearly-1m-ico-fine-shows-cyber-security-failures-are-now-a-data-protection-issue/) - The ICO’s recent £963,900 fine against South Staffordshire Water and South Staffordshire Plc sends a clear message to organisations handling personal data. Cyber security failures are no longer viewed purely as IT issues, they are regulatory and governance failures. According to the ICO, the breach exposed the personal information of more than 633,000 individuals after - [Charities Given New Flexibility Under PECR: What the Latest ICO Guidance Really Means](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/charities-given-new-flexibility-under-pecr-what-the-latest-ico-guidance-really-means/) - Following updated guidance from the ICO, charities now have greater flexibility to contact supporters via email, text and direct messaging without prior consent, under a revised ‘soft opt-in’ regime. The change, introduced under the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, is expected to significantly reshape how charities engage with supporters and deliver fundraising communications. However, - [Facial Recognition Isn’t ‘Approved’, What the Met Police Case Really Means for Privacy Standards](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/facial-recognition-isnt-approved-what-the-met-police-case-really-means-for-privacy-standards/) - Following the recent High Court ruling in favour of the Metropolitan Police, live facial recognition (LFR) technology will continue to be deployed across London, with further expansion expected nationwide. While many interpreted this as a ‘general acceptance’ of facial recognition, the reality is more complex. The court did not approve the technology in principle, but - [Over 400 Data Breaches a Day: Is Your Organisation Ready to Respond?](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/over-400-data-breaches-a-day-is-your-organisation-ready-to-respond/) - Following the introduction of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) on 25th May 2018, organisations were required to adopt a more structured and accountable approach to the management of personal data breaches. One of the most significant changes introduced was the obligation to notify certain personal data breaches to the relevant supervisory authority, and - [New Standard Contractual Clauses (SCC) for Data Transfers, Get the Low-Down](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/european-commission-scc/) - In November 2020, the European Commission published a draft set of Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for the lawful transfer of personal data from countries bound by the GDPR to third countries. - [ICO Fines Reddit £14.47m: A Clear Warning on Children’s Data](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/ico-fines-reddit-14-47m-a-clear-warning-on-childrens-data/) - The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has issued a £14.47 million fine to Reddit for unlawfully processing children’s personal information. The regulator found serious failings in how the platform protected children’s data, particularly around age assurance and risk assessment. The timing is notable. There is renewed regulatory focus on children’s privacy, and the Data Use and - [Police Scotland Fined £66,000 After Serious Data Mishandling](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/police-scotland-fined-66000-after-serious-data-mishandling/) - The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has issued a £66,000 fine to Police Scotland after serious failures in the handling of sensitive personal information. The case highlights the importance of data minimisation, privacy by design and robust internal procedures when dealing with personal data, particularly where highly sensitive information is involved. Although the fine relates to - [ICO Fines Pendant Alarm Company £100,000 for Unlawful Marketing Calls](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/ico-fines-pendant-alarm-company-100000-for-unlawful-marketing-calls/) - The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has issued a £100,000 fine to a Birmingham-based pendant alarm company after serious breaches of marketing rules under PECR. The company made over 260,000 unsolicited marketing calls over a seven-month period, targeting individuals registered with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS). This case is a clear reminder that misuse of personal - [How PRIVACY HELPER Supports Schools and Multi Academy Trusts](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/privacy-helper-schools/) - PRIVACY HELPER’s mission is to help businesses by providing expert privacy guidance and aid with data protection compliance with zero-fuss, giving you the power and resources to do more. - [Data (Use and Access) Bill Granted Royal Assent](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/data-use-and-access-bill-granted-royal-assent/) - On 19th June 2025, the UK’s Data (Use and Access) Bill was granted Royal Assent and will now be known as The UK Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, or DUAA. - [Jaguar Land Rover Cyber Attack: Disruption Could Last Until November](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/jaguar-land-rover-jlr-attack/) - Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has informed suppliers that production will remain suspended until at least the 24th of September following a cyber attack that occurred at the end of August. - [UK ICO Issues Guidance On How To Deal With Data Protection Complaints](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/uk-ico-issues-guidance-on-how-to-deal-with-data-protection-complaints/) - From 19 June 2026, all UK organisations must have a process to handle data protection complaints internally. This is part of the new Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 and is designed to make sure complaints about personal data are dealt with quickly and fairly. Previously, most complaints went straight to the Information Commissioner’s Office - [Marks & Spencer Cyber Attack Set To Cost £300 Million](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/marks-spencer-breach/) - Marks & Spencer are expecting a £300 million hit to their operating profits following a cyber attack that is expected to lead to disruption to online operations until July. - [The Data (Use and Access) Bill: Where do we stand right now? (May 2025)](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/data-use-and-access-bill/) - The Data (Use and Access) Bill, introduced in the House of Lords in October 2024 is a new piece of legislation proposed by the Government with the aim of cutting out much of the “red tape and pointless paperwork”. - [Legal Aid Cyber Attack: A Significant Amount Of Personal Data Stolen](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/legal-aid-breach/) - In late April, it was revealed that the online digital services for Legal Aid, the Government agency responsible for providing legal funding, had been hit by a cyber attack. - [Coinbase Cyber Attack - Personal Data Stolen In Cryptocurrency Exchange Cyber Attack](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/personal-data-coinbase/) - Coinbase, an American based cryptocurrency exchange has confirmed that following a cyber attack last week, customer data has been stolen. In a report to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. - [Newcastle Based Sole Trader Fined £50,000 After Making Over 190,000 Unlawful Marketing Calls](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/sole-trader-fine-pecr/) - The ICO have announced that they have taken enforcement action against Newcastle based sole trader Darian Bishop (trading as ECO4U) after it was found that they had made 194,110 unsolicited marketing calls. - [Customer Personal Data Stolen in Marks & Spencer Cyber Attack](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/ms-cyber-attack/) - In April, Marks & Spencer was hit by a cyber attack which continued to cause issues both in store and online. It has now been revealed that as part of this incident. - [ICO Fines Compensation Company £90,000 For Unlawful Marketing Activities](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/ico-fines-compensation-company/) - AFK Letters, a company who writes letters on behalf of customers seeking compensation or refunds for products and services, has been fined £90,000 by the ICO following an investigation. - [Apple and Meta fined combined total of €700 million for breach of the Digital Markets Act](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/apple-meta-fined-dma/) - The European Commission, the body responsible for drafting proposals for new European legislation, has fined Apple €500 million and Meta €200 million for breaches of the Digital Markets Act. - [Brexit Deal Done: GDPR and Data Transfers – What This Means](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/brexit-deal-gdpr-data-transfers/) - On Christmas Eve, a Trade Deal was announced between the EU and the UK, ending many months of speculation as to what a Deal would look like. - [Is Father Christmas in breach of data protection regulations and should he be reported to the IC Ho Ho Ho?](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/father-christmas-privacy/) - As is quite commonplace these days, the internet has thrown up some wonderful Christmas memes to brighten our days as we head towards the festive season, but one might be spreading a little fake news in disguise. - [British Airways data protection ICO fine sends a warning](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/british-airways-data-protection-fine/) - The fine imposed on British Airways (BA) by the Information Commissioners’ Office (ICO) has sent a strong message to businesses across the UK. - [Practical GDPR tips for small businesses](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/gdpr-tips-for-small-businesses/) - Before COVID-19, working from home was reserved for those who were unable to get into the office and staff in this position were set up securely with a company-issued laptop and access to a VPN. - [No-Deal Brexit: GDPR & Data Transfers – what it means](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/no-deal-brexit-gdpr/) - With a ‘no-deal’ Brexit on the horizon, many could be forgiven for thinking we won’t now need to care too much about GDPR and other data protection legislation once we leave the EU fully. Sadly, this isn’t the case. - [Concerns raised over police’s planned use of facial recognition software at Bedford River Festival](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/concerns-raised-over-polices-planned-use-of-facial-recognition-software-at-bedford-river-festival/) - A Bedford-based security expert (PRIVACYHELPER) has raised concerns over the planned use of facial recognition software by Bedfordshire Police at this weekend’s River Festival. - [The Data (Use and Access) Bill (DUA Bill) - October 2024](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/the-data-use-and-access-bill-october-2024/) - The Government announced the introduction of the Data (Use and Access) Bill (DUA Bill) in the House of Lords on 23rd October 2024 - the first draft of Labour’s proposed changes to data protection law. - [Software Provider Fined £3 Million Following 2022 Ransomware Attack](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/software-provider-fined-3-million-following-2022-ransomware-attack/) - The Information Commissioner’s Office have confirmed that software provider Advanced Computer Software Group Ltd (Advanced) have been fined £3 million over security failings that in 2022. - [Law firm fined £60,000 by ICO following cyber attack](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/law-firm-fined-by-ico/) - The ICO have announced that law firm DPP Law Ltd have been fined £60,000 following a cyber attack in June 2022, that led to sensitive and personal data being published on the dark web. - [Co-op forced to shut down part of IT system following hack attempt](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/co-op-hack-attempt/) - Following the discovery of an attempted hack, The Co-op have been forced to shut down parts of their IT system. On the 29th of April, a letter was sent out to members of staff that as part of measures taken to “keep systems safe”. - [Adidas becomes latest UK retailer to be hit by cyber attack](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/adidas-cyber-attack/) - Adidas, a global clothing and footwear brand, has joined the list of UK retailers to be hit by a cyber attack in the last few weeks. This comes following similar, though believed unrelated incidents on retailers such as Harrods. - [Retailers: Why Are They So Often Targets Of Cyber Attacks?](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/retailers-cyber-attack/) - But why are these retailers so frequently targeted by attackers? This blog post will explore the unique risks that retailers face, what we can learn from recent incidents and how the sector as a whole can protect itself from future attacks. - [23andMe Fined £2.3 Million By Regulators Following Cyber Attack](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/23andme-cyber-attack/) - The Information Commissioner’s Office, the independent supervisory authority for data protection in the UK, has fined 23andMe, a genetic testing service, £2.31 million following an investigation into a cyber attack that happened in 2023. - [Toyota Bank Polska fined by Polish regulators equivalent of £110,000 for DPO and profiling failures](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/toyota-bank-polska/) - Toyota Bank Polska S.A, a bank based in Poland, have been fined a total of PLN 576,220 (roughly £110,000) by The Polish Data Protection Authority (UODO) for two significant violations of Polish data protection regulations. - [Oxford City Council Hit By Cyber Attack: 21 Years of Election Worker Data Compromised](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/oxford-city-council-cyber-attack/) - Over the weekend of 7-8 June 2025, Oxford City Council was hit by a cyber attack targeting its legacy IT systems. The breach exposed personal data, such as names and contact details. - [PRIVACYHELPER's Andy Chesterman interviewed by Business Focus Magazine](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/privacyhelpers-andy-chesterman-interviewed-by-business-focus-magazine/) - Say ‘data protection’ or ‘privacy’ to most businesspeople, and their eyes roll. They know it’s important, they know they need to be on it, but it is so complex. - [Qantas Cyber Attack: Personal Data of up to 6 million Customers Exposed](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/qantas-cyber-attack/) - Qantas, Australia’s largest airline, is the latest company to be targeted in a major cyber attack. On Monday, 30th June, Quantas detected unusual activity on a third-party platform used by its contact centre in the Philippines. - [Co-op Cyber Attack: Data of 6.5 million Members Stolen](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/co-op-cyber-attack-july/) - In April 2025, the Co-operative Group, who are home to more than 6.5 million members, experienced a major cyber attack which resulted in the personal data of every single member being stolen. - [Charity Fined £18,000 Following Destruction of Thousands of Records](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/industry-news/charity-birthlink-ico-fine/) - The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has hit Birth-link, a Scotland-based post-adoption support charity with an £18,000 fine for destroying an estimated 4,800 personal records without authorisation. ## Pages - [Home](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/) - Zero-fuss support from one of the UK’s leading GDPR privacy and consultancy providers. 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The European Union landmark legislation, the - [Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA)](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/legislations/regulation-of-investigatory-powers-act-2000-ripa/) - The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) serves as the statutory architecture regulating the interception of communications, covert surveillance and access to encrypted data within the UK. While the vast majority of the legislative text directs the activities of public bodies, law enforcement and intelligence agencies, the Act carries immediate civil and criminal consequences - [EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR)](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/legislations/eu-general-data-protection-regulation-eu-gdpr/) - The EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR) stands as the primary legal architecture governing data privacy and information security across all European Union member states. While the UK government duplicated this framework into domestic law following Brexit (known as the UK GDPR), the original European regulation retains direct, enforceable jurisdiction over thousands of businesses - [Data Protection Act 2018](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/legislations/data-protection-act-2018/) - The Data Protection Act (DPA) 2018 is the complete national statute that updates and replaces the historic 1998 framework. It was passed to apply the rules of the GDPR directly into UK law while setting out specific national exceptions and rules that apply exclusively within the United Kingdom. For business owners, the DPA 2018 is - [UK General Data Protection Regulation](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/legislations/uk-general-data-protection-regulation/) - The UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) is the core legal framework governing the processing of personal data across the United Kingdom. Enacted alongside the Data Protection Act 2018 following the UK’s departure from the European Union, this statute places strict accountability duties on every commercial enterprise, charity and public body handling personal information. - [PECR 2003: Privacy & Electronic Communications Regulations](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/legislations/pecr-2003-privacy-electronic-communications-regulations/) - The Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) 2003 sit alongside the UK GDPR to govern electronic marketing, website tracking cookies, location data and telecoms security. While data protection laws focus broadly on personal identifiers, PECR applies to the specific transmission methods utilized to reach your prospects and clients. The regulatory landscape transformed permanently with the - [Freedom of Information Act 2000](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/legislations/freedom-of-information-act-2000/) - The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) 2000 gives the public a general right of access to information held by public authorities. While the legislation does not apply directly to private companies, it fundamentally impacts any business that supplies the public sector, bids for government tenders or enters into public-private partnerships. When you contract with a - [Data Use and Access Act 2025](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/legislations/data-use-and-access-act-2025/) - From 19th 2026 June, UK organisations are required to operate an internal data protection complaints process. Individuals must raise complaints directly with the organisation first, and these must be acknowledged within 30 days and handled without undue delay before escalation to the ICO. Businesses without a clear process in place risk complaints being escalated more ## Knowledge Hub - [The Facewatch Escalation: Why Private Biometric Tracking is a Corporate Regulatory Minefield](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/knowledge-hub/why-private-biometric-tracking-is-a-corporate-regulatory-minefield/) - The announcement that the Facewatch facial recognition network will begin sending real-time alerts directly to UK police forces within four seconds of an algorithmic match marks a monumental shift in retail security. While the technology is framed as a critical weapon against spiraling retail crime, it simultaneously opens a massive Pandora's box of compliance, data - [GDPR Checklist for SMEs](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/knowledge-hub/gdpr-checklist-for-smes/) - Approaching a GDPR compliance project is a daunting thought, it involves the entire business and beyond, when you consider data transfers to your supply chain. - [GDPR Fines & Penalties – The True Cost of Non-Compliance](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/knowledge-hub/gdpr-fines-amp-penalties-the-true-cost-of-non-compliance/) - Under the Data Protection Act 1998, the Information Commissioners’ Office (ICO) could only impose a monetary penalty of up to £500,000. - [Navigate the Most Perilous Parts of PCI DSS Compliance with Zero Fuss](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/knowledge-hub/navigate-the-most-perilous-parts-of-pci-dss-compliance-with-zero-fuss/) - As a payment merchant or service provider, securing payment card and cardholder information will be of the utmost importance to you. PCI DSS compliance can help you do just that. In this article, we navigate its requirements. PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) compliance is a mechanism for ensuring data security where payment - [Privacy Impact Assessment and the GDPR Challenges You Will Face](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/knowledge-hub/privacy-impact-assessment-and-the-gdpr-challenges-you-will-face/) - If your processing activities could uncover high-risk data, the GDPR requires you to carry out a privacy impact assessment. - [Is Copying Someone Else’s Privacy Statement Good Enough Post GDPR?](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/knowledge-hub/is-copying-someone-elses-privacy-statement-good-enough-post-gdpr/) - With GDPR compliance now a legal requirement for all organisations, many webmasters are looking for a quick way to get their websites compliant. - [Is a GDPR Data Protection Officer Really an Essential Hire?](https://privacyhelper.co.uk/knowledge-hub/is-a-gdpr-data-protection-officer-really-an-essential-hire/) - Is an organisation legally required to appoint a data protection officer? Not always. 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