The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 introduces a comprehensive legislative framework for the access, sharing, and use of public sector data in the UK. It aims to ensure that data is used securely, transparently, and effectively to support public services, innovation, and government decision-making. The Act establishes legal powers and safeguards to facilitate responsible data use while maintaining public trust and privacy protections.
The Act empowers certain public authorities to access, share, and use information across government departments and with accredited third parties, where such use serves a clear public benefit. It introduces new oversight mechanisms, transparency requirements, and obligations for secure data handling. It also provides for the creation of public registers, information-sharing gateways, and standards for data management across the public sector.
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