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Post-Brexit GDPR

Is the GDPR still in force post-Brexit?

Although it began as an EU regulation (enforced by the EU and applies to member countries), when the UK left the EU, the GDPR no longer applied to the data of UK citizens. We should, however, bear in mind:

1. UK organisations still need to comply with the EU Regulation if they ever handle the data of EU citizens.The Government has brought into law the Data Protection Act 2018 which is an almost carbon copy of the GDPR, so being GDPR compliant means you’re also Data Protection Act Compliant.

2. The EU Regulation, via the Data Protection, Privacy and Electronic Communication Regulations has been brought into UK law, amended to remove any mention of the EU and now stands as the UK GDPR.

To update your knowledge, try one of our GDPR courses in our Business Compliance range.

As always, the ICO is the first port of call for all matters data protection.

Why do I not have a certificate?

There are a couple of reasons why a certificate may not have been be issued. Consider these…

1. Have you completed all of the required tasks?

Some courses require the following to be completed before a certificate is issued:

    • Knowledge and Skills section – the main body of the course.
    • Intentions, Implementation and Impact – a reflective activity designed to help you use your new knowledge and skills.
    • Course Evaluation – Information for us, necessary for course development and maintenance.

2. Was the course completion interrupted?

If you have had poor internet connection or a technical issue with the device you are using your course completion may not have registered. If this is the case, consider the type of device you are using and pick up where you left off.

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