Scotland's Public Inquiry into COVID-19: Terms of Reference and Chair Announced
21 December 2021
Further details of the long-awaited public inquiry into Scotland's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic were finally announced last Tuesday (14 December).
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Lloyd v Google: The Reality about Mass Data Breach Claims in the UK
06 December 2021
On 10 November 2021, the UK Supreme Court held that in order for an individual to claim compensation under the Data Protection Act 1998 (the “DPA 1998”), it was necessary to prove both unlawful use of their personal data and, contrary to earlier authority, that the individual suffered material damage or distress as a result. Loss of control of personal data would not, alone, give rise to a claim in damages.
Scotland’s Solution to Dereliction: The Register of Persons Holding a Controlled Interest in Land
03 December 2021
Do you control your land? Who controls the land around you? Who owns Scotland?
Competition Law Update: 2020 - 2021
02 December 2021
The UK Government temporarily relaxed elements of competition law for the fuel industry in September 2021 as a response to the fuel crisis which caused shortages across the country. The industry was exempt from the Competition Act 1998 (“the Act”), allowing companies to share information and optimise supply.
A warning for homeowners using Doorbells with video home security
02 December 2021
Developments in technology have enabled us to shop, work and even answer the door with a simple tap on a digital screen. These advancements now form an integral part of our daily activities, but they also present new challenges and legal consequences in relation to data protection rights.