Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) – Masterclass

Join Data Protection People for an essential full-day masterclass focused on the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and how they interact with UK GDPR. This online session is tailored to help professionals understand how to manage electronic communications lawfully, meet consent requirements, and ensure cookie compliance across their digital platforms.

Date: Monday, 11 August 2025
Location: Online – Full-Day Session

Whether you’re responsible for marketing, compliance, or IT systems, this practical and engaging session will give you the confidence to apply PECR in real-world scenarios.

What You’ll Learn

• Introduction to PECR and how it differs from and complements the UK GDPR
• Direct Marketing Rules for B2B and B2C communications
• Understanding Consent and how to apply the soft opt-in exemption
• Cookies and Similar Technologies – legal obligations and best practice
• Key Exemptions and when they apply
• Real-World Case Studies and common pitfalls to avoid
• ICO Enforcement and Penalties – what to expect if you get it wrong
• Practical Compliance Steps – from policies to training and audits

Who Should Attend?

This session is designed for:

• Marketing professionals
• Compliance officers
• Data protection specialists
• IT and digital teams
• Anyone responsible for electronic marketing and cookie compliance

Hands-On Learning

• Interactive exercises to embed knowledge
• Tutor-led discussions using real-life case studies
• Bonus materials, including a downloadable workbook and guidance documents

Why Attend?

This masterclass goes beyond theory. You’ll leave with the tools and knowledge to improve compliance, reduce risk, and empower your organisation to communicate lawfully and confidently in the digital space.

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