Privacy Puzzle: FROM GDPR TO DUA: Compliance reform or strategic pivot?
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2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
The Data (Use and Access) Bill has finally passed through Parliament and marks the first major reform to the UK GDPR since Brexit. But is this simply regulatory fine-tuning or the beginning of a new, more strategic shift in the UK’s approach to data governance?
Join data protection experts from The DPO Centre as they unpack what this legislative change is likely to mean in practice.
We’ll be discussing:
- What the new ‘not materially lower’ standard for international data transfers could mean for EU adequacy
- How the introduction of ‘recognised legitimate interests’ could simplify compliance and reshape assessments
- Why the final compromise on AI and copyright could shape future policymaking and the governance of AI training
Speakers
Roberta Ferrara
Data Protection Officer
Roberta is a registered foreign lawyer with deep expertise in multi-jurisdictional data protection. Known for her practical, collaborative, and thorough approach, she ensures global organisations navigate privacy regulations and meet their legal obligations with confidence. Roberta has led complex projects across numerous sectors, delivering tailored compliance advice and staff training across a range of regulatory matters.
Dom Newton
Data Protection Officer
Dom is a CIPP/E and CIPM accredited Data Protection Officer who ensures organisations know how to align data privacy compliance with their business needs. With over a decade’s experience in the field, Dom has supported organisations in the Finance, Information Technology, Education, and Charity sectors, and managed data protection practices across 30 jurisdictions.
Cynthia Akufo-Addo
Data Protection Officer
Cynthia is an experienced data protection professional with strong expertise in the Life Sciences sector. Having worked with several international organisations, she has in-depth knowledge of multi-jurisdictional privacy laws, including GDPR and HIPAA. Her roles span DPO, GRC Director, and Head of Compliance across clinical trials and the transport industry.
Ben Seretny
Head of DPOs
As Head of DPOs, Ben leads and supports our large team of privacy professionals, driving quality assurance and contributing to our expanding data protection knowledge base. He offers guidance shaped by his own experiences and enriched by insights from the wider team across the spectrum of industry sectors.
Jack Hodson
Data Protection Officer
Jack is a dedicated Data Protection Officer who continuously drives compliance forward and inspires a data protection culture within every organisation he represents. He has worked with organisations across Retail, eCommerce, SaaS, Technology, and the Charity sector, offering expert guidance and developing solutions, including a cookie compliance programme and an interactive data protection eLearning module.
24
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM