The Data Use and Access Act Explained: Impacts, Guidance & Next Steps for Schools

The UK Government has confirmed the Data Use and Access Act will change how public sector bodies, including schools, handle personal data.

With these changes fast approaching, it’s vital for school leaders to understand the key requirements and prepare their teams. This session will break down the Act in clear, practical terms, explain how it could affect your policies and day-to-day operations, and outline when to expect guidance from the ICO,  helping you stay compliant and confident.

This session will cover:

• Key considerations for school leaders under the new Act
• How the changes may affect your data management and compliance approach
• The ICO’s expected timeline for issuing guidance

Let us introduce you to this week's professional speaker

Thomas Wynne

Thomas is a Data Protection Consultant within Judicium’s Data Services team. After studying Law at University, Thomas worked in a range of different sectors from employment support to financial services before finding his passion for data protection. While working as a Data Protection Advisor for a consultancy firm, he completed the Certified Information Privacy Professional / Europe and the Certified in Cybersecurity qualifications before joining Judicium. Outside of work, Thomas is a keen singer covering a range of hits from Sinatra and the Beatles to Duran Duran and Muse - you may see him around the Merseyside music scene with his trusty left-handed Hofner bass or microphone!