New Episode: The IDPC Podcast – Data Protection Rights

10 December 2025

In this episode, we sit down with Kathleen Xerri, Chief Legal Counsel at the IDPC, for an in-depth discussion on one of the cornerstones of modern data protection: data subject rights.

In today’s digital world, these rights empower individuals and ensure that organisations handle personal data responsibly and transparently.

Here is what we dive into:

• What are the core data protection rights?
  We explore the fundamental rights that give individuals control over their personal data — and why they matter more than ever.
• Common complaints received by the IDPC
  Kathleen highlights the types of issues most frequently raised by data subjects when they feel their rights may have been infringed.
• Limitations & lawful restrictions
  We discuss when and how certain rights can be limited — and what safeguards must be in place to ensure these remain lawful and respect the essence of the right to data protection.
• Guidance for controllers
  As data subject requests continue to rise, we talk about best practices for organisations to manage requests efficiently, transparently, and in full compliance with the GDPR.
• Sectoral trends & patterns
  Different industries face different challenges — we look at the patterns the IDPC is observing when it comes to handling data subject requests.

Listen to the episode here.