EDPB Adopts 2026-2027 Work Programme for GDPR Compliance
Summary
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has adopted its work programme for 2026-2027, focusing on making GDPR compliance easier. Key initiatives include developing ready-to-use templates for organizations on legitimate interest assessments, records of processing activities, and privacy notices.
What changed
The EDPB has released its work programme for 2026-2027, which is aligned with its 2024-2027 strategy and the Helsinki Statement. A primary goal is to simplify GDPR compliance for organizations. To achieve this, the EDPB plans to develop several ready-to-use templates, including those for legitimate interest assessments, records of processing activities, and privacy notices. These templates will supplement existing ones for data breach notifications and data protection impact assessments.
This initiative aims to strengthen dialogue with stakeholders and facilitate GDPR compliance. While this notice outlines future plans and does not impose immediate new obligations, organizations should be aware of the upcoming availability of these compliance tools. The EDPB's focus on easing compliance suggests a continued effort to provide practical support for data protection obligations.
What to do next
- Review upcoming EDPB guidance and templates for GDPR compliance tools.
- Assess internal processes for alignment with potential new template formats for legitimate interest assessments, records of processing, and privacy notices.
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