Part 3 of the Data Protection Act 2018 implements the EU Law Enforcement Directive which regulates the processing of personal data for the purposes of criminal investigations, criminal penalties and public security.
Part 3 does not just apply to law enforcement agencies but also to regulatory bodies as well as local authorities, government departments and courts.This one-day workshop will explain all the key provisions of Part 3 as well as the similarities and differences with the UK GDPR. It is ideal for data protection officers and information governance professionals requiring a better understanding of Part 3 of the DPA and how it overlaps with the UK GDPR.
By the end of this workshop, you will understand when Part 3 of the DPA applies (Law Enforcement processing) as opposed to the UK GDPR, the requirements of Part 3, the similarities and differences between Part 3 and the UK GDPR, how to handle an SAR under Part 3 and the practical steps to implement and manage Part 3 compliance.
Key Topics
- Part 3 Scope and Definitions
- What processing is covered by Pt3?
- What is meant by 'Law Enforcement Processing'?
- What organisations are covered by Pt3?
- Enforcement
- Principles and Grounds for Processing
- Principles & how they differ from the GDPR Principles
- Principle 4 requirements
- Grounds for Processing
- Rights and Exemptions
- What rights exist under Pt3 and how they differ to the GDPR
- Exemptions to the rights
- Data Sharing and Practical Management
- Accountability Requirements
- Requesting information from a 'non-Part 3 Data Controller'
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| Event Date | 29-10-2026 10:00 am |
| Individual Price | From £449 plus VAT |
| Location | Online (live) |
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