Excerpt from Mns Article, Published on Apr 20, 2025.
The European Union’s proposed reform of GDPR enforcement rules is drawing sharp criticism from privacy advocates, who claim the new plan may do more harm than good. The GDPR, introduced by the EU in 2018, was meant to protect individuals’ control over their personal data. However, the process for handling cross-border complaints has proven slow and inconsistent, prompting the European Commission to propose a new regulation in 2023 aimed at streamlining enforcement procedures.
This initiative, intended to harmonize rules across member states, is now being described as a “legislative mess” by noyb, a privacy-focused NGO. The organization argues that instead of resolving the inefficiencies of the current GDPR framework, the European Union’s draft law could add further complexity. According to noyb, the latest version under negotiation introduces up to ten different types of GDPR procedures, each with varying legal requirements—risking slower investigations and inconsistent outcomes. The EU’s current cross-border enforcement system has long frustrated data protection advocates. Under GDPR, when a complaint involves a company headquartered in a different EU or EEA country, multiple national data protection authorities must collaborate. Critics argue that this system lacks transparency and accountability, leading to significant enforcement delays across the European Union.
Privacy experts say the new draft fails to fix these core issues and may instead worsen them. Max Schrems, founder of noyb, warned that the proposal could reduce enforcement efficiency and limit complainants’ rights. NGOs are calling on the European Union to maintain the right to be heard, access to documents, and the ability to appeal decisions across all GDPR cases. The European Parliament insists its goal is to deliver fair and efficient enforcement, but concerns remain. As the trilogue discussions continue, scheduled to resume on May 21, all eyes are on the EU’s ability to fix GDPR’s flaws without compromising on the core values of transparency and protection.
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