Brussels, 10 June – During its latest plenary, the EDPB met with Michael McGrath, Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection. In addition, the Board has adopted a common data breach notification template.

The Board held a meeting with Commissioner McGrath, engaging in a fruitful discussion about
common priorities
and ongoing work on
areas of mutual interest
.

The
Digital Omnibus
was among the key topics that shaped the discussion. The Board reiterated that, while several proposed changes have been welcomed by the Board, it is crucial not to adopt the proposed amendments to the definition of personal data, as they risk significantly weakening individual data protection.

“The digital ecosystems we regulate are dynamic, multilayered, and evolving at unprecedented pace. In an increasingly digital and competitive world, the EDPB supports simplification, but never at the expense of fundamental rights.

Promoting a human-centric approach to digital regulation—one that balances innovation with dignity, growth with rights, and efficiency with trust,



remains central to our mission.”

EDPB Chair, Anu Talus
The importance of
cross-regulatory cooperation
was another central theme of the discussion. Commissioner McGrath and the Board explored ways to further strengthen this cooperation and enhance their ability to collaborate effectively within the evolving digital landscape.

The meeting was also an opportunity to exchange on other critically important areas of common interest, including the
protection of children
. The EDPB is currently working on
guidelines on processing children’s data
. This week, EDPB representatives also took part in a meeting with the Co-Chairs of the Special Panel on Child Safety Online organised by the European Commission.

Discussions furthermore covered progress in the field of political advertisement, with a focus on the
EDPB guidelines on the processing of personal data to target or deliver political advertisemen

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