Members of the U.K. House of Lords will begin their review of the proposed Data Protection and Digital Information Bill. The House of Lords set committee hearings on the legislation 20, 25 and 27 March, during which several new amendments will be discussed, which include ensuring children's data is part of the definition of sensitive data. U.K. Information Commissioner John Edwards issued his updated opinions on the DPDI Bill. Additionally, the ICO released new guidance on issuing fines for violations of data protection laws.
18 March 2024
UK DPDI Bill advances to House of Lords committee stage
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