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In an era where public trust hinges on transparency and responsibility, organisations face a growing challenge: how to protect personal data while making it count for something greater than operational integrity. At a recent session in York, led by Enterprise Works (University of York), we explored how data protection consultancy work, done with purpose, can become a driver for social value, community impact, and ethical leadership. Here’s how theory and practice meet to sha

The Data (Use and Access) Bill officially received Royal Assent on 19th June 2025, marking a significant shift in the UK’s data protection landscape. Now known as the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA 2025), this new legislation brings both exciting opportunities and important responsibilities for organisations handling personal data.

We were delighted to lead a lively and insightful session that blended legal clarity with strategic foresight. And from the buzz in the room to the quality of the conversations, one thing was clear - when you strip away the jargon, data protection becomes not just a compliance obligation, but a serious enabler of trust, growth, and competitive edge.

At a time when headlines are heavy with crisis and complexity, Clive’s message was refreshingly clear: it's time for leaders to stop dwelling on what’s broken and start telling a new kind of story - one grounded in purpose, aspiration, and courageous action. As a data protection consultancy, we couldn’t agree more. Because while our industry is often pigeonholed as reactive, regulatory, and rigid, the truth is far more empowering: data protection, when done well, is a strat

Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) are more than a compliance checkbox—they’re a strategic tool for driving measurable benefits. When aligned with the Benefits Realisation methodology, DPIAs can transform organisational changes into success stories.

Inside, we were immersed in a space alive with curiosity, connection, and shared stories. A gathering of entrepreneurs, creatives, tech innovators and those driving change asking one simple question: How do ideas become real? The common thread was clear - every success began with solving a problem, not selling a solution. And the lessons we took away reaffirmed much of what we believe about how meaningful, human-centric consultancy is delivered.

Behind every successful public service organisation is a backbone of people who take safeguarding information seriously. And over the last couple of week, we had the privilege of equipping 18 Information Asset Owners (IAOs) from a UK police force with the tools, clarity, and confidence to do just that.

This week, we had the immense privilege of delivering our intensive, no-fluff “all-you-need to-know” training for Information Asset Owners (IAOs) to officers from a UK police force. It was a day built on clarity, relevance, and connection, because true understanding doesn’t come from lectures; it’s forged through meaningful engagement.