Elizabeth Denham CBE

Elizabeth brings significant experience spanning 15 years as a data protection regulator, notably as Information & Privacy Commissioner for British Columbia, and later as the UK Information Commissioner, for which she was awarded a CBE in the Queen’s 2019 Honours list for Protecting the Data of UK Citizens.

During her role as Information Commissioner for the UK, Elizabeth oversaw the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK Data Protection Act (2018).

Elizabeth is committed to making digital technologies and data work for the benefit of society and has demonstrated a focus on the essential role data protection can play in innovation. Presently Elizabeth is an International Advisor to Baker McKenzie’s Data and Tech practice.

Tenure

Elizabeth joined the Authority as of 1 May 2023 for a first term that was due to expire on 30 April 2027. Elizabeth applied for the position of Chair and following an open recruitment process, the Minister appointed Elizabeth as Chair. Elizabeth started her Chair appointment on 28 October 2024 which is due to expire on 31 October 2028.