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Legal opinion: Why Bounty was smacked with a £400,000 fine – Computing 18/04/2019
This article was originally published by computing on 18 April 2019. James Castro-Edwards explains why Bounty received such a big fine under the old Data Protection Act – which would… Read more →
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How to handle subject access requests
James Castro-Edwards explains why employers should be wary of mishandling subject access requests from employees The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has been in force for almost a year, and… Read more →
Brexit
Brexit Checklist
Are you ready? Brexit is going to impact on our laws. It is too early to know what the repercussions will be but it is certain that there will be… Read more →
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James Castro-Edwards’ article is published in Information Age
The GDPR and Brexit James Castro-Edwards, Partner and Head of Data Protection at Wedlake Bell, discusses the three possible outcomes for GDPR post-Brexit, dependent on whether we get a deal… Read more →
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“Tech and data protection law, post-GDPR” – James Castro-Edwards writes for Computing Magazine
The General Data Protection Regulation (‘GDPR’) took effect on 25th May, replacing the Data Protection Act 1998 (DPA) and the 1995 Data Protection Directive, from which the DPA stems. The… Read more →
Bulletins
Reporting data breaches – a guide for HR teams
Having spent weeks or even months making your HR processes, systems and documents GDPR-compliant, you will realise that there is no let-up and that the focus of your efforts will… Read more →
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“Dixons Carphone warned to brace for lawsuits after data breach” – James Castro-Edwards comments for The Times’ Brief
Dixons Carphone warned to brace Dixons Carphone warned to brace Dixons Carphone warned to brace Dixons Carphone warned to brace Dixons Carphone warned to brace for lawsuits after data breach… Read more →
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“Facebook privacy row: Hard fines for tech giants ‘will plug data leaks'” – James Castro-Edwards comments for The Times
Partner, Head of Data Protection and CEO of ProDPO, James Castro-Edwards, has commented for The Times on the class action law suit filed against Facebook and Cambridge Analytica in the… Read more →
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“User data controversy instigates Facebook changes as ICO investigates” – James Castro-Edwards comments for Digital Business Lawyer
Partner, Head of Data Protection and CEO of ProDPO, James Castro-Edwards, has commented on the announcement that the ICO will investigate Cambridge Analytica (CA) over their use of Facebook Data… Read more →
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James Castro-Edwards and Nikita Saini host Data Protection webinar for The Law Society
On Monday 19 March Partner, Head of Data Protection and CEO of ProDPO, James Castro-Edwards, and Data Protection Solicitor, Nikita Saini, hosted a webinar for The Law Society. (£) ‘Data… Read more →
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“GDPR weighs heavily on Wealth Managers’ minds” – Rosalyn Breedy comments for Wealth Briefing
Following ‘Financial Firms Fit for the 21st Century’, Financial Services Partner, Rosalyn Breedy, has commented for WealthBriefing. (£) On research collected at the Seminar, WealthBriefing wrote that “a poll of… Read more →
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“GDPR to have ‘biggest impact’ on Wealth Managers in 2018” – Wedlake Bell comments for Professional Adviser
Following the ‘Financial Firms Fit for the 21st Century’ Seminar which took place in January, Wedlake Bell have provided commentary to Professional Adviser on the attitudes of Wealth Managers towards… Read more →
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“100 Days to GDPR” – Wedlake Bell provide commentary to Investment Week
The findings from polls at our recent seminar, ‘Financial Firms Fit for the 21st Century’ have been used in an article on GDPR, along with commentary, by Investment Week. Wedlake… Read more →
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“6 Concerns For Insurance Lawyers As GDPR Approaches” – James Castro-Edwards comments for Law360
Partner and Head of Data Protection at Wedlake Bell, and CEO of ProDPO, James Castro-Edwards, has commented on the risks associated with GDPR compliance for the insurance industry for Law360. “There… Read more →
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Partner and Head of Data Protection, James Castro-Edwards, interviewed by the Insurance POST
Partner, Head of Data Protection and Director at ProDPO, James Castro-Edwards, has been interviewed by Insurance POST following the Chartered Insurance Institute’s instruction of ProDPO. The POST wrote “the CII… Read more →
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James Castro-Edwards comments on Carphone Warehouse’s £400,000 fine in Real Business
James Castro-Edwards, Partner and Head of Data Protection, has commented on the ICO’s decision to fine Carphone Warehouse following its data breach in 2015. James, who is also a Director… Read more →
Bulletins
20 GDPR questions for European HR Teams
In many organisations across Europe, HR teams will be integral to GDPR compliance as much of the data affected by the new law will relate to employees. Time is running… Read more →
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In Trust: James Castro-Edwards Profile
Q: Tell us a little about your practice. I advise domestic and multinational organisations, including FTSE 100 and Fortune 100 companies, on a broad range of data protection issues. As… Read more →
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The Law Society Gazette review Partner James Castro-Edwards’ book on GDPR
The Law Society Gazette have reviewed ‘EU General Data Protection Regulation: A Guide To The New Law’, written by Partner and Head of Data Protection, James Castro-Edwards. The review recommends… Read more →
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Law Lessons: What EU GDPR & NIS Directive Mean For Your Business
Last week, the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) issued consultations on bills that govern data protection and essential infrastructure. The pages of Silicon UK have covered the… Read more →
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General Data Protection Regulation – practical steps to compliance
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) takes effect on 25th may, 2018. when its provisions become binding law, the GDPR will escalate data protection to corporate board level topic, thanks… Read more →
External News
GDPR Practical Steps Compliance
THE GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATION (GDPR) TAKES EFFECT ON 25TH MAY, 2018. WHEN ITS PROVISIONS BECOME BINDING LAW, THE GDPR WILL ESCALATE DATA PROTECTION TO CORPORATE BOARD LEVEL TOPIC.
External News
What the ‘snooper’s charter’ means for business and the public
As the Queen’s speech sets out the agenda for the new parliament, the communications data bill, and the controversy surrounding it, is set to return. James Castro-Edwards
Bulletins
Companies at risk over personal data compliance
Failing to comply with new rules on data is becoming a dangerous risk, Wedlake Bell partner James Castro-Edwards warns companies holding personal data. The two year ‘sunrise period’ expiring in… Read more →
External News
Companies at risk over personal data compliance
Failing to comply with new rules on data is becoming a dangerous risk, Wedlake Bell partner James Castro-Edwards warns companies holding personal data. The Global Post
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Inquiry launched into targeting of UK voters through social media
Jonathan Wright, a solicitor in the IP & Commercial Team, was quoted in The Guardian on 17 May. Jonathan provided insight into the Information Commissioner’s announcement that the watchdog is… Read more →
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First Female Senior Partner
Wedlake Bell is pleased to announce that Kim Lalli has been elected as the firm’s Senior Partner. This will be for a four year term that begins on 1st January… Read more →
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EU General Data Protection Regulation
In October 2016, telecoms provider TalkTalk was fined £400,000 by the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) for failing to protect customers’ personal data, breaching the Data Protection Act 1998 (DPA).… Read more →
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Wearables and data collection: Insurers should think twice before tracking private data from wearables
Wearable technology is increasingly recognised as a means to deliver a wide range of benefits to businesses. Recently, insurance providers have recognised ways of using data generated from wearable technology… Read more →
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EU Court Blocks Transfer of Personal Data to the U.S. via ‘Safe Harbor’ Arrangement
On October 6, 2015, the Court of Justice of the European Union (‘ECJ’) issued a ground breaking ruling, by blocking the transfer of personal data from Europe to U.S. undertakings… Read more →
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Mossack Fonseca could face action from clients as well as regulators
The Panama Paper leaks could see governments chase transparency as clients fight a data breach says James Castro-Edwards. Click here to read the full article as appeared in Spear’s magazine on 5 April… Read more →
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Data protection – never a dull moment…
Data protection law is changing. What’s more, this will affect you! A recent Court of Appeal decision, and the forthcoming EU General Data Protection Regulation, significantly increase the extent of… Read more →