( September 30, 2026, 12:40 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The UK’s data protection regulator has appointed Maggie Carver, an experienced company director, as deputy chair as it formally becomes the Information Commission. Carver, who has chaired several boards including ITN and the Racecourse Association, will serve as interim chair while the government recruits a permanent appointment, expected in spring 2027, it said on Wednesday. Under new governance arrangements, the watchdog's work will be overseen by a new board. The regulator will continue to use the name ICO as an acronym for Information Commission’s Office.Statement follows....
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