GDPR – ICO chasing companies who have not registered and paid their Data Protection Fee.

Posted on January 16th, 2020

GDPR came into force on 25th May 2018. Most businesses that process personal information (private landlords included) need to register with the Information Commissioners Office and pay the yearly Data Protection Fee. If you haven’t registered – make this a priority! To check if you need to pay visit; ico.org.uk/fee-checker

The ICO have launched a postal campaign to remind all registered companies of their legal obligation. The fee is £40.00 or £60.00 per year for most small companies (dependant on turnover). A Direct Debit can be set up for automatic yearly payments.

There are a range of services and support that the ICO provide to help you comply with the law and give your tenants/clients confidence in the way you process personal information.

For more information see the ICO website;

https://ico.org.uk/about-the-ico/news-and-events/news-and-blogs/2019/12/the-data-protection-fee-does-your-company-need-to-pay/