UK rules for cookies, tracking are unchanged despite ongoing consultation, ICO says
( September 12, 2025, 13:37 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: UK businesses this week received clarification on the rules for storage and access technologies — such as cookies and tracking pixels — from the Information Commissioner’s Office. The statement doesn’t introduce new guidance, but seeks to address “common misunderstandings” as the ICO finalizes its July consultationand prepares to implement the Data (Use and Access) Act. The ICO said its position on “strictly necessary” uses remains unchanged, that consent is required for non-exempt purposes, and that the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations continue to apply for device-level technology.Statement follows....
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