Department For Education
February 7
16:35
2024
DfE is aware of the planned changes to legislation in the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill.
The bill makes changes to the:
- UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
- Data Protection Act 2018
- Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003
What these changes mean
The changes include clearer guidance on sharing data for safeguarding purposes. It will be easier for people who care for children and vulnerable people to understand the legal requirements of sharing data.
Support fromDfE
DfEaims to support schools and people who care for children and vulnerable adults to understand the bills requirements. Changes to the bill are in the early stages. We will share updates as it develops and provide guidance to help you perform your duties.