The long-awaited EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) entered into force on 24 May 2016 and, following a two year transition period, will apply from 25 May 2018. Described as the most ground-breaking piece of EU legislation in the digital era, the GDPR aims to make businesses more accountable for data privacy compliance and offers citizens extra rights and more control over their personal data. The new rules will have significant impacts for all organisations.
In preparation for the application of GDPR,William Fry has launched “PrivacySource”; a dedicated website where our Technology team will provide ongoing analysis and assistance on the implementation of the GDPR. To gain access to this exclusive resource.
