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This subtopic reflects the UK GDPR regime. References and links to the GDPR refer to the UK GDPR (Retained Regulation (EU) 2016/679) unless expressly stated otherwise.

The challenge of ensuring compliance with the UK GDPR should not be underestimated, nor should the consequences of failing to do so—the potential for fines of £17.5m or 4% of annual global turnover.

What data is covered by the UK GDPR?

The UK GDPR applies to personal data and special category personal data,

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