About Thomas:
Thomas leads our work on Data Protection and Privacy. Called to the Bar in 2002, he has nearly two decades of experience at the cutting edge of data protection, both domestically and internationally.
Why GDPR compliance matters for transport & logistics businesses
Transport and Logistics is a high-risk sector for data protection compliance. Fleet operators and transport managers routinely process large volumes of personal data relating to drivers, staff and third parties — often alongside statutory disclosure obligations to regulators such as the Office of the Traffic Commissioner.
Poorly drafted or outdated data protection policies can expose operators to enforcement action, complaints and serious regulatory consequences.
Typical high-risk data processing includes:
- Driver licence details, tachograph data and working time records
- Health data, accidents, incidents and disciplinary matters
- Conviction data and disclosures relevant to good repute
- Monitoring, telematics, CCTV and in-cab technology data
- Employment, agency and subcontractor personal data
Regulatory risk
Failure to comply with GDPR requirements can lead to:
- ICO investigations, audits and financial penalties
- Complaints from drivers or staff
- Increased exposure during regulatory investigations or public inquiries
- Reputational damage with regulators and contracting authorities
A common trigger for GDPR exposure in transport and logistics businesses is the use of Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), often made by former employees. A single DSAR can place significant strain on an organisation, requiring extensive searches across systems and the review of large volumes of material. The time, cost and operational disruption involved can be substantial, even where no data breach or regulatory failing is ultimately identified.
Our GDPR & data privacy health check
A proportionate, two-stage review delivered by a specialist data protection lawyer with experience of the transport and logistics sector.
Stage 1 – Initial Policy Review & Risk Assessment
- Review of existing GDPR and data privacy policies
- Assessment of compliance with current GDPR requirements and sector-specific risk
- Identification of gaps, weaknesses and higher-risk areas
- High-level written advice setting out key risks and practical priorities
Stage 2 – Policy Redrafting & Strengthening (Optional)
Where required, we can provide tailored support to redraft or strengthen your data protection arrangements, including:
- Updating policies to reflect fleet and driver data processing in practice
- Addressing monitoring, telematics and CCTV issues
- Aligning data protection obligations with wider regulatory duties
Scope and pricing for Stage 2 will be agreed following completion of Stage 1.
Why use us?
- Specialist data privacy lawyers with transport sector expertise
- Practical, commercially focused advice
- Fixed-fee entry point with no obligation to proceed further
Who is this for?
- Fleet operators
- Transport managers
- Transport & Logistics businesses of all sizes
- Operators facing audits, regulatory scrutiny or growth
For further information or to arrange a GDPR & Data Privacy Health Check, please contact:
Our data protection and transport & logistics experts
About Chris:
Chris is a leading road transport regulatory specialist. He advises goods vehicle and passenger transport operator licence holders on all aspects of transport regulation as well as frequently representing transport companies at public inquiry hearings before the Traffic Commissioners across the UK.
