Data Protection Act 2018 (UK)

The UK Data Protection Act 2018 is legislation that governs how organizations collect, store, and use personal information. It aims to protect individuals' privacy rights by ensuring data is handled lawfully, transparently, and securely. The Act aligns with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and sets out rules for obtaining consent, allowing individuals to access or erase their data, and requiring organizations to protect data from misuse. Overall, it balances the need for data use with the right to privacy, promoting responsible data management.