Housing Sector SARs: Rising Risks, Real Solutions

Mastering SARs and Disrepair Claims in the Housing Sector
Live at The Tannery, Leeds

Join us for the first in a series of exclusive in-person events hosted by Data Protection People, focused on tackling real-world data protection challenges in the housing sector — starting with the growing pressures around Subject Access Requests (SARs) and disrepair claims.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, 29th May 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: The Tannery, 91 Kirkstall Road, Leeds, LS3 1HS (Ground Floor Board Room)
Places Available: 12

Why Attend?

Housing associations across the UK now receive more SARs than any other industry — a trend that continues to grow. Since launching our SAR handling service, we have monitored a continuous rise in the number of requests submitted to our clients, particularly those linked to disrepair claims and tenant disputes.

Disrepair-related SARs bring specific challenges:

• Large volumes of sensitive data
• Complex third-party redactions
• High risk of complaint escalation if handled incorrectly

At this event, our speakers will share proven strategies to manage SARs and disrepair-related requests effectively, reduce risk, and protect your organisation’s reputation.

You’ll hear directly from:

• Phil Brining, Co-Founder of Data Protection People
• Guest Speaker (To be announced)

Each speaker will deliver a focused 45-minute session, followed by networking opportunities to connect with peers from the Leeds housing sector.

What You’ll Get

• Clear guidance on handling high-risk SARs linked to disrepair and legal claims
• Best practice tips for managing third-party redactions
• Insights from the largest SAR handling service supporting housing providers across the UK
• A free SAR Support Box for your organisation
• A Data Protection Awareness Poster to take back to your team
• Networking with other housing professionals facing similar challenges
• Free lunch, coffee, and refreshments throughout the day

Event Format

10:00 AM – Arrival, Coffee & Welcome
10:30 AM – First Session: Managing SARs and Disrepair Claims (45 mins)
11:15 AM – Networking & Lunch
12:15 PM – Open Round Table Discussion: Share Your Challenges, Find Solutions (45 mins)
1:00 PM – Refreshments & Networking
2:00 PM – Event Close

About Data Protection People

At Data Protection People, data protection isn’t just a service, it’s a community.

We are proud to be the team behind Data Protection Made Easy, the UK’s largest free community for data protection professionals. With over 1,400 members from a wide range of sectors, including housing, education, healthcare, finance, and local government. Our community provides a platform for knowledge sharing, support, and best practice, all accessible through our weekly podcast and events.

The Data Protection Made Easy Podcast has been running for over 180 episodes and is ranked the #1 data protection podcast in the UK, offering free, practical advice to hundreds of live attendees every week. It was the success of this community that inspired the launch of our in-person events, bringing together data protection leaders to learn, share and connect face-to-face.

Built on Housing Sector Expertise

Our roots are firmly in the housing sector. DPP was founded by experts who had first-hand experience working within housing associations, ALMOs, and local authorities. Housing remains our bread and butter, and we continue to work with dozens of housing providers across the UK, supporting them in building better privacy, security, and governance frameworks.

We understand the pressures you face. Regulatory scrutiny, increasing SAR volumes, disrepair claims, safeguarding obligations, and the need to deliver services with stretched resources. Our solutions are designed specifically to meet these challenges.

The UK’s Leading SAR Support Service

SARs are now the biggest area of support we provide, and we’re proud to be recognised as the #1 recommended SAR support service on Google. We manage some of the most complex, high-risk Subject Access Requests received in the housing sector, taking the burden away from internal teams, reducing risk, and ensuring full legal compliance. Whether it’s a straightforward request or a multi-party disrepair case involving thousands of records, our SAR handling team is trusted by housing providers across the country to deliver.

When you work with Data Protection People, you’re not just accessing expertise — you’re joining a national network of professionals dedicated to making data protection easy, practical, and sustainable.