Does every breach need reporting?

No - only breaches likely to result in a risk to individuals' rights and freedoms, but the assessment must be documented either way.

What are the penalties?

UK GDPR fines can reach the higher of £17.5m or 4% of global turnover, though enforcement is proportionate.

Middlesex · England

We have had a personal data breach - Brentford

Firms in Brentford, Middlesex that work on data breach matters for businesses, with no firms currently listed. Every firm shown is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

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Firms in Brentford

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What this usually involves

The 72-hour notification clock starts when you become aware of a breach. Early legal input helps you decide what is reportable and how to communicate.

Assessing risk to individuals and reportability
ICO notification and record keeping
Notifying affected people and managing claims

Common questions

Does every breach need reporting?: No - only breaches likely to result in a risk to individuals' rights and freedoms, but the assessment must be documented either way.
What are the penalties?: UK GDPR fines can reach the higher of £17.5m or 4% of global turnover, though enforcement is proportionate.