Failing to document a breach, even if not reportable, could still cost you. Here’s what you must log. UK GDPR Article 33(5) requires you to document all breaches — whether or not they are reported to the ICO. Each record should include: This record must be made available to the ICO if requested. Good documentation…
What can we learn from past fines? Real GDPR cases show what not to do — and how to avoid costly errors. The ICO publishes details of enforcement actions here— and they offer practical lessons: Takeaway: Prevention is cheaper than cure. And when a breach happens, act fast and transparently.
Building a Breach Response Plan That Works When a breach hits, speed and structure matter. Here’s how to build a response plan that’s ready to go No organisation is immune from data breaches — but how you respond defines the impact. Your plan should include: Rehearse the plan. Breaches don’t wait for calm days.
Minimising data doesn’t stop at collection — it includes timely deletion. Here’s how to tie the two together. Most teams know the data minimisation principle — collect only what you need. But it doesn’t stop there. Minimisation + Retention = Risk Reduction Retaining unnecessary data negates the benefit of collecting less in the first place….