The General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) have seen a big shake up
in the management and handling of personal data across Europe. They have
also been a beacon for other jurisdictions which are rolling out their
own similar personal data protection rules.
For businesses however, GDPR has been complex and often confusing. There
have been conflicting views and guidance has often been delayed and
confusing. For the property sector, GDPR has been particularly
difficult, due to the movement of data between property owners, agents,
legal professionals and tenants or purchasers for a range of different
purposes. This confusion has only been enhanced by Brexit and the
increasing divergence between the UK and the EU over data protection.
This book aims to cut through the confusion by clearly explaining what
the GDPR is, how it works, and how it applies to property transactions
of all types coupled with a range of clear, accessible examples to
illustrate the GDPR operating in practice. This second edition has been
comprehensively updated to take into account the changes created by
Brexit, the increasing volume of relevant case law, and the
substantially updated guidance. It also expands on key areas and
questions that arose from the first edition.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
David Smith is a solicitor specialising in residential property, agency,
and regulatory law. He is a partner at JMW Solicitors LLP in London. He
is well known for his work in the residential property and agency field,
especially in property licensing and consumer law and has advised local
and national governments, large and small landlords and tenants and
letting and estate agents across the sector. He has followed the GDPR
since it was first announced and has provided training and advice on it
to a wide range of property businesses.
CONTENTS
Chapter One - Introduction and Overview
Chapter Two - Personal Data and Principles
Chapter Three - Processing
Chapter Four - Data Processors and Controllers
Chapter Five - Data Subject Rights
Chapter Six - Regulation
Chapter Seven - Conclusion
Glossary
