Consent, Contracts, and the Murky Middle – Navigating Lawful Bases Under the GDPR

Update: 2025-10-02

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Is clicking “I agree” really consent? This week, we untangle the tricky legal grounds that let organisations process your data—consent, contract, legitimate interest, and more.

With real-world examples from HR forms to health data and loyalty schemes, we explore what’s valid, what’s shady, and what’s flat-out unlawful.

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Consent, Contracts, and the Murky Middle – Navigating Lawful Bases Under the GDPR