Every business in the UK handles sensitive information from employee records to customer details and financial data. Whether stored digitally or in paper form, this information must be managed and disposed of securely to comply with UK data protection laws.

Failure to protect or properly dispose of confidential information can lead to serious legal consequences, including financial penalties, loss of reputation, and data breaches. That’s why professional, certified document shredding is essential for compliance and security.

UK Law Requires Secure Document Disposal

The UK’s data protection framework, including the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, sets clear expectations for how organisations should handle personal and sensitive data. This includes both digital storage media (such as hard drives and discs) and physical documents like invoices, HR files, and contracts.

Organisations are legally required to:

• Store confidential information securely.

• Limit access to authorised personnel only.

• Dispose of data in a manner that prevents reconstruction or unauthorised retrieval.

Having clear data disposal policies in place helps ensure your staff understand the correct procedures for secure handling and destruction.

Certified Shredding: The Standard for Legal Compliance

Using an accredited shredding service ensures your document destruction process meets recognised compliance standards.

At Restore Datashred, we operate in full accordance with BS EN 15713:2023, the British Standard for Secure Destruction of Confidential Material. This certification ensures every step of the shredding process, from collection and transport to destruction and recycling, is handled safely and securely.

Our compliance framework covers major UK and international regulations, including:

• UK GDPR & Data Protection Act 2018

• BS7858 staff vetting standards

By choosing a certified shredding partner like Restore Datashred, you guarantee your business meets and exceeds legal data protection obligations.

Secure Storage Before Shredding

Legal compliance doesn’t end at disposal; it also extends to how documents are stored before destruction. To minimise risk, sensitive paperwork must be kept in secure, lockable containers that prevent unauthorised access.

At Restore Datashred, we provide lockable consoles and bins designed for confidential waste collection.
Documents can be easily inserted through a narrow slot, but cannot be retrieved without an authorised key, ensuring complete data security before the shredding process begins.

Our secure storage solutions not only protect information but also maintain a tidy, space-efficient office environment.

Certificates of Destruction: Proof of Compliance

Once the shredding process is complete, Restore Datashred issues a Certificate of Destruction for your records. This official document verifies that all materials have been securely destroyed in line with UK law and industry standards. Maintaining these certificates is vital for audit trails, insurance compliance, and demonstrating accountability during data protection assessments.

Restore Datashred: Trusted Legal Compliance and Data Security

At Restore Datashred, we provide confidential document storage and destruction services designed to meet all UK legal requirements. Our mobile on-site shredding vehicles allow you to witness the process in person, giving you complete confidence that your data has been securely destroyed.

Whether you require regular scheduled collections or one-off services, we ensure every shredding job is handled safely, legally, and sustainably. All shredded materials are 100% recycled, supporting your organisation’s environmental and compliance goals.

Get in touch today to request a quote for secure shredding to find exemplary service for your business. With Restore Datashred, your data protection compliance is always in safe hands.