CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition 2026

The DPO Centre will be attending the CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition on 4–5 November 2025 at Manchester Central.

As one of the UK’s leading events for HR and people professionals, the conference is an opportunity to explore emerging trends, gain practical insights, and connect with experts from across the profession.

Jack Hodson and Liz Griffiths, specialist DPOs at the DPO Centre, will be presenting ‘Smarter Hiring? The Hidden Risks of AI in Recruitment’ as part of the Future Workforce stream on Thursday 5 November, 14:00–14:30.

The session will explore the data protection risks associated with using AI in recruitment, from CV screening to hiring decisions, including key GDPR requirements, candidate rights and the implications of emerging AI regulation.

Our team will be attending throughout the event and looks forward to speaking with delegates about the data protection and privacy challenges facing modern organisations. If you’re attending, come and meet us at Stand D30 to discuss how effective data protection can support your people, processes, and business goals.

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