Why Your Data Protection Consultant Is Your Most Valuable Business Partner Right Now
 
With the Data (Use and Access) Act (DUAA 2025) receiving Royal Assent on 19th June 2025, UK businesses are facing further changes to data protection law. The changes will be phased in between June 2025 and June 2026, and whilst these reforms aim to promote innovation whilst maintaining privacy safeguards, the devil is very much in the detail.
 
Here is why your data protection consultant is not just a compliance officer; they are a strategic business partner:
 
Clarification: The DUAA 2025 amends, but does not replace, the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). Your consultant cuts through the complexity to show you exactly what applies to your business.
 
Risk Mitigation: With new rules around automated decision-making, international transfers, and enhanced ICO powers, having expert guidance prevents costly missteps that could damage your reputation and bottom line.
 
Business Growth Partner: Most of the changes offer you an opportunity to do things differently, rather than needing you to make specific changes to comply with the law. Smart businesses see this as a growth opportunity, not just a compliance burden.
 
The businesses that thrive under the new regulatory regime won't be those that simply tick boxes, they will be the ones who partner with skilled data protection consultants who understand both the law and your business goals. For example there are tangible returns on any investment in data privacy to be made from your client, employee, and supplier onboarding procedures.
 
Do not wait for the full implementation of the DUAA 2025. Start planning now! Please get in touch with CSRB viainfo@csrb.co.ukand read more about our services online.

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