As always, the information provided is the result of the experiences of defendants who have been in dispute. It is NOT intended to replace professional legal advice and you should always see a solicitor about any claim against you. Remember to take the skeleton argument (in the Court Bundle section) with you.
If you receive no response to your Subject Access Request within 40 days then you will need to send a Letter Before Action.
If you receive a response within 40 days but it is inadequate (ie no copy of of contract, letters, etc), then you will need to send a Letter Before Action.
The following is an example Letter Before Action which refers to Transfer Agent RTA (Business Consultants) Limited. You should send this letter via Signed For.
Mr Paul O’Reilly
Data Protection Officer
RTA (Business Consultants) Limited
Discovery House
Crossley Road
Stockport
SK4 5BH
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LETTER BEFORE ACTION
Section 7 – Data Protection Act 1998
Dear Sir
Account: <>
You have failed to fully comply with my Data Protection Act Subject Access Request dated <>.
If you do not comply within the next 7 days I shall seek a Court order obliging you to do so together with damages at the discretion of the Court and without any further notice.
Yours sincerely
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