Caroline Clayton

Today, the Data (Use and Access) Bill received Royal Assent, completing its passing through Parliament and becoming law, firing the starting gun for smart data schemes to roll out across businesses and communities. Smart data schemes share consumers’ data between organisations: this can create a lot of benefits, but also has risks. This is the first in a new blog series exploring smart data in society, the economy, and digital technology. We asked: what lessons do we need to learn from Open Banking - the UK’s first operational smart data initiative? We spoke to three experts to find out

Which? response to the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology call for evidence on Data Intermediaries.

How can an Energy Smart Data scheme empower consumers, enhance competition, and support the transition to a low-carbon energy system? Read Which?’s key recommendations to ensure smart data works in consumers’ best interests while protecting against exclusion and data misuse.  

This policy paper provides a blueprint for data holders, authorised third parties, civil society and any other participating organisation to secure consumer trust in smart data schemes through the use of a trust framework

Which?'s response to Ofgem’s consultation regarding a consumer consent solution which will enable consumers to share their energy data with trusted third parties to enable tailored services in managing their energy bills