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Subject access requests: key issues for schools and academy trusts
14 Oct 2025Subject access requests (SARs) continue to pose significant challenges for schools. They are often time-consuming, resource-intensive, and frequently linked to wider complaints or disputes. This article shares some practical tips to help schools manage SARs effectively.

Is it about to become easier for charities to send fundraising emails?
24 Sept 2025The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) has introduced an update to the electronic marketing rules contained in the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) which will allow charities to send electronic mail (e.g. emails, texts) for fundraising purposes without consent in certain circumstances. This is permitted by a new provision expected to come into effect in a few months' time that extends the soft opt-in exemption.

Subject Access Requests: key issues for independent schools
05 Sept 2025Subject access requests (SARs) continue to pose significant challenges for independent schools. They are often time-consuming, resource-intensive, and frequently linked to wider complaints or disputes. Here are some practical tips to help your school manage SARs effectively.





