Earlier this month, the sixth report of the UK Data Protection Index was published, providing yet more insights into UK DPOs’ perceptions of the industry. Aside from its usual series of standard questions, this quarter the Index focused on three main areas:
With the DCMS consultation now closed, we are now waiting to see what the consequent outcome for UK data protection laws will be. Listening to the knowledge and the opinions of experts has therefore never been more crucial to organisations.
Rob Masson, CEO of The DPO Centre, said: “The UK Data Protection Index’s quarterly reports continue to provide thought-provoking insights into the privacy profession. This quarter’s focus on the DCMS’ consultation document is of particular value as it provides a voice to the very people that it will be helping to implement the changes on the ground within their organisations”.
Key results highlighted in this quarter’s report include:
You can find the full UK Data Protection Index report here.