EU GDPR vs UK GDPR: Key Differences


Since 2018, businesses collecting and transferring data within the EU must comply with the GDPR. Post-Brexit, the UK established its data protection regulations. As a result, businesses operating in both markets must follow the EU GDPR and UK GDPR frameworks.
This dual compliance requirement means businesses operating in both markets must thoroughly grasp both regulatory environments to navigate potential challenges and leverage opportunities in both UK and EU markets.
As such, understanding not only the similarities but especially the differences of these two frameworks is essential.
But first, let's take a look at the historical context that led to the creation of these two separate sets of data protection frameworks.
Table of Contents:
Historical Context
Key Similarities Between EU and UK GDPR
Key Differences Between EU and UK GDPR
Impact on Businesses Operating In The EU And The UK
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