The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 has introduced updates to
data protection laws in the UK.
Although the Act implements minor adjustments rather than a
complete overhaul, there are several important changes that academy
trusts will need to be aware of and address accordingly.
Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 – key changes
The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 began its journey in 2022.
Having undergone three drafts, a general election, and numerous
amendments, the legislation has finally been passed and is due to
come into law in the coming months.
The Act was held up most recently by controversial changes
regarding AI and copyright law. The data protection changes are, by
comparison, relatively minor and uncontroversial, nevertheless
there are some important amendments to data protection law coming
into force in the next six months:
