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Data Protection Training

Data protection law in the UK is evolving. Following a series of high profile data security breaches, the Information Commissioner has been given stronger enforcement powers. This includes the ability to fine organisations up to £500,000 for serious breaches of the Data Protection Principles.

Breaches of the Data Protection Act can cause significant harm to businesses - including adverse PR and resultant damage to reputation, loss of customer confidence, claims for compensation and the criminal prosecution of company officers and employees.

At McClure Naismith we believe that prevention is better than cure. That is why our Information Law team can provide you with practical and comprehensive in-house data protection training. Our training is designed to ensure that your organisation complies with the Data Protection Act 1998 and reduce the risk of complaints and enforcement action being taken against you.

Through the use of detailed training materials (which include practical examples and case studies), our lawyers will work with you to help you understand how data protection impacts upon you and your organisation.

What our training covers

So whether you require a basic introduction to the UK data protection regime or more in-depth compliance training, our experienced specialists are here to help. We can provide you with training on a diverse range of subjects including:-

  • An introduction to data protection (for those need to know the basics)
  • Understanding and applying the eight Data Protection Principles
  • Notification - what is it and what does it involve?
  • The rights which individuals have
  • Collecting and using personal information
  • Recognising and handling subject access requests
  • Appointing third parties to handle personal information on your behalf
  • Codes of Practice
  • How to transfer personal information internationally
  • The role of the Office of the Information Commissioner
  • Enforcement mechanisms and offences
  • How to respond to a security breach

Tell us what topics you would like covered and we will do the rest.

Our training

We provide half day and full day training courses. Training can be provided at our offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow or London. Alternatively we are happy to come to you – just let us know what suits you best. Our training packages can also be tailored to meet your specific requirements and business needs.

Who should attend

Our training is designed for anyone who needs to know how data protection law operates in the UK. Attendees might include Data Protection Compliance Officers, In-house Solicitors, Risk & Compliance Officers, Company Directors and Secretaries, ICT Mangers, Records Managers, HR personnel and Marketing personnel. We appreciate though that everyone’s needs differ which is why we are happy to work with you to meet your needs.

Want to find out more?

For further information on our Data Protection Training please contact David Gourlay on 0131 272 8377 or dgourlay@mcclurenaismith.com or Euan Duncan on 0141 303 7814 or eduncan@mcclurenaismith.com. Once we understand your requirements, we will be happy to provide a fee quote for delivering the training you require.

Other data protection services

Our Information Law team provides a range of practical and commercially oriented legal advice on data protection matters, including our Data Protection Audit Service (click here).