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The ICO: Regulator or Passive Observer?
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The ICO: Regulator or Passive Observer?

Written by John Barwell 15 December 202418 August 2026

The ICO’s passive approach to GDPR enforcement exacerbates court backlogs and undermines data protection rights in the UK.

When Regulators Abdicate: The ICO’s Shameful Failure to Enforce GDPR
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When Regulators Abdicate: The ICO’s Shameful Failure to Enforce GDPR

Written by John Barwell 13 December 202418 August 2026

The ICO’s refusal to enforce GDPR in the face of clear breaches highlights a systemic failure in protecting data rights.

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