Commission launches Data Act legal helpdesk

The Data Act Legal Helpdesk provides direct assistance to companies, public authorities and other organisations who have questions on how to apply the Data Act.

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The Commission has launched a Data Act Legal Helpdesk to assist stakeholders, in particular small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which are not usually staffed with large departments, in getting answers to concrete questions about the new rules.

The helpdesk, announced in the Data Union Strategy, will ensure that queries are answered swiftly and with dedicated attention. It is designed for all stakeholders looking for clear and practical guidance on requirements, rights and obligations on the Data Act.

The Data Act Legal Helpdesk complements other existing tools and guidance to support compliance, including:

• Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the Data Act
• Draft Recommendation on non-binding Model Contractual Terms for data access and use (MCTs) and non-binding Standard Contractual Clauses for cloud computing contracts (SCCs)
• Guidance on vehicle data, accompanying the Data Act

The Commission is also planning to publish further guidance and support, including guidelines on reasonable compensation and guidance on selected definitions in the Data Act.

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