Question: What steps should organizations take in the event of a data breach under the Data Protection Act?

Answer: In case of a data breach, organizations should promptly assess the severity, notify the relevant supervisory authority and, if necessary, inform affected data subjects. They must also take corrective actions to prevent future breaches.

Example:

If a company's database is hacked, the organization should report the breach to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and affected individuals.