Businesses handling personal data must adeptly navigate the intricate web of global data protection rules to establish trust and confidence in their data practices. In the United Kingdom, pivotal legislation governing the use of personal data includes the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulation. Additionally, businesses may encounter compliance requirements in other jurisdictions, such as the EU GDPR. Navigating these rules can be complex, as many are subjective in nature.
Our seasoned team specialises in guiding businesses through the intricacies of data protection rules. We collaborate closely with you to comprehend the unique aspects of your business, offering tailored and practical advice to align with your commercial circumstances. Secure your path to compliance with the expertise you need.
How we can help
Here at MBM Commercial we understand that every business and organisation will have different requirements and be impacted by data protection rules in different ways. We are on hand to help you to assess your current compliance and to identify areas within your organisation that require action to establish an effective data governance framework going forward.
This can be done through our two key “Data Matters” services which are detailed below.
Data Matters: Support Services
For those who are looking for ongoing data protection advice and support we have created our Support Services packages, with a choice of Basic, Standard or Enhanced. The breakdown of the different package levels is set out in the table below:
BASICAimed at businesses with up to 20 employees, who do not require a named DPO or with low risk personal data
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STANDARDAimed at businesses with up to 100 employees, who voluntarily choose to have a named DPO or with medium risk personal data or high volume of low risk personal data
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ENHANCEDAimed at businesses with over 100 employees, who legally require a named DPO or with high risk personal data
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Initial Kick Off Call - Advice & Planning Session to kick start your journey
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(up to 1 hour)
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(up to 2 hours)
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(up to 2 hours)
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Quick Ask Service - unlimited short calls for guidance on general data protection matters (subject to fair use)
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Access to template data protection policies and documentation and useful guides
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Useful guides & video bank
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Access to data protection seminars and workshops
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Initial Health Check with annual reviews thereafter (with personalised action plan for next 12 months)
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Regular progress call (to check on compliance journey and implementation of any recommendations)
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Once per year
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quarterly
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monthly
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Data Protection Awareness training for staff
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(optional extra)
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Once per year (online)
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Recommend 2 sessions per year (either in person or online)
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Specific Advice and Document Review – comprehensive and tailored advice and examination of data protection issues as they arise
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access to wider team for advice and support
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Up to 6 hours per month
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Customised to suit your requirements
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Data Protection Officer (DPO)
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ICO Representation
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Monthly Cost (ex VAT)
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£450
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£700
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From £950
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BASIC
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Aimed at businesses with up to 20 employees, who do not require a named DPO or with low risk personal data
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Initial Kick Off Call - Advice & Planning Session to kick start your journey
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(up to 1 hour)
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Quick Ask Service - unlimited short calls for guidance on general data protection matters (subject to fair use)
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Access to template data protection policies and documentation and useful guides
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Useful guides & video bank
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Access to data protection seminars and workshops
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Initial Health Check with annual reviews thereafter (with personalised action plan for next 12 months)
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Regular progress call (to check on compliance journey and implementation of any recommendations)
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Once per year
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Data Protection Awareness training for staff
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(optional extra)
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Specific Advice and Document Review – comprehensive and tailored advice and examination of data protection issues as they arise
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access to wider team for advice and support
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Data Protection Officer (DPO)
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ICO Representation
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Monthly Cost (ex VAT)
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£450
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STANDARD
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Aimed at businesses with up to 100 employees, who voluntarily choose to have a named DPO or with medium risk personal data or high volume of low risk personal data
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Initial Kick Off Call - Advice & Planning Session to kick start your journey
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(up to 2 hours)
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Quick Ask Service - unlimited short calls for guidance on general data protection matters (subject to fair use)
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Access to template data protection policies and documentation and useful guides
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Useful guides & video bank
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Access to data protection seminars and workshops
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Initial Health Check with annual reviews thereafter (with personalised action plan for next 12 months)
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Regular progress call (to check on compliance journey and implementation of any recommendations)
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quarterly
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Data Protection Awareness training for staff
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Once per year (online)
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Specific Advice and Document Review – comprehensive and tailored advice and examination of data protection issues as they arise
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Up to 6 hours per month
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Data Protection Officer (DPO)
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ICO Representation
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Monthly Cost (ex VAT)
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£700
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ENHANCED
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Aimed at businesses with over 100 employees, who legally require a named DPO or with high risk personal data
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Initial Kick Off Call - Advice & Planning Session to kick start your journey
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(up to 2 hours)
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Quick Ask Service - unlimited short calls for guidance on general data protection matters (subject to fair use)
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Access to template data protection policies and documentation and useful guides
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Useful guides & video bank
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Access to data protection seminars and workshops
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Initial Health Check with annual reviews thereafter (with personalised action plan for next 12 months)
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Regular progress call (to check on compliance journey and implementation of any recommendations)
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monthly
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Data Protection Awareness training for staff
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Recommend 2 sessions per year (either in person or online)
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Specific Advice and Document Review – comprehensive and tailored advice and examination of data protection issues as they arise
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Customised to suit your requirements
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Data Protection Officer (DPO)
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ICO Representation
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Monthly Cost (ex VAT)
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From £950
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This service is intended as a telephone/email support service for data protection and privacy matters. The services does not include any substantial review or amendment of data protection documentation (except as stated above). We can offer additional services out with the packages above (including commercial contract work and Intellectual Property advice) at a reduced hourly rate for clients signed up to the Support Services packages.
Ruth has provided us with some incredibly helpful advice on data protection and contract matters. She has excellent technical expertise and her advice is clear and pragmatic. She made herself readily available as a source of guidance and support and was able to work to very tight deadlines to assist us on a number of urgent matters. A very safe pair of hands.
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Key Team members
Useful Guides
Data Matters
Our flexible support solution to act as an extension of your internal team and assist with data protection matters.
Data Health Check
Information on our Data Health Check service, designed to give you insights into your current privacy practices and identify issues and steps needed to mitigate potential risks.
