Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 15/07/2026How on earth have the claimants' costs reached £180,000 already, when this is an inherently low value data protection claim and the case is only at the preliminary stage 000
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 12/06/2026Took my parents to visit magical Skomer Island yesterday. It was very windy & occasionally wet but the locals weren’t bothered #Birds #UkWildlife Crossposted with @openvibe.social 010
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 29/05/2026The 'human hallucination' of AI infallibility in this case is more interesting (and potentially more dangerous) than the AI hallucinations of legislation / case law that we're used to hearing about 000
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 29/05/2026This case is fascinating, not only because it shows AI as unreliable (which we already knew) but also that presumably otherwise bright people can be fooled into blindly trusting AI outputs. That trust continued even when a judge raised doubts and the AI itself warned of its own fallibility 110
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 21/05/2026This is great news! So much hard work goes into providing such a fantastic environment for young people 000
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 15/05/2026Accessing personal data when not part of your job role is a criminal offence. But when 48 different people do it within your organisation, that's also a culture problem www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukSouthport attack victims' medical records 'accessed inappropriately'The victims affected by the data breach were not told for nearly two years. 000
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 19/04/2026Found a beautiful corner of Manchester for a stroll this morning. Now ready to support the marathon runners 000
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 11/04/202625 long years ago. Today just might be the day we’re finally back #PUSB 000
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 05/04/2026Can’t run at the moment due to injury. But on the plus side, been enjoying getting out on the bike #Running 030
Reposted by JonLlamau @llamau.bsky.social · 26/03/2026Looking for a way to give back? We are looking for volunteers! Whether you love meeting new people or supporting behind the scenes, there’s a role for you 💙 Sign up today 👉 www.llamau.org.uk/support-us/volunt… 001
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 06/03/2026Great to see my article, 'Deepfakes & data misuse', in the latest issue of New Law Journal (it's paywalled but you can read it by giving an email address) www.newlawjournal.co.uk/content/deep... #DataProtection #AInewlawjournal.co.ukDeepfakes & data misuseData protection law already provides the tools to tackle intimate image abuse: it is time for those in power to act, says Jon Belcher 000
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 07/02/2026Can report that it actually stopped raining in Splott earlier this evening 000
Reposted by JonLlamau @llamau.bsky.social · 04/02/2026Our manifesto is live 📣 Launched at the Senedd, it sets out what the next Welsh Government must do to end homelessness for young people and women in Wales — with a clear focus on prevention, early intervention, and fairer support for those who need it. 👉 www.llamau.org.uk/manifesto-english 001
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 03/02/2026“Users of X whose images were manipulated without their consent will expect to see the ICO move quickly and take decisive action in this case” 000
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 03/02/2026“The news that the ICO has now opened a formal investigation into X and xAI is welcome. The alteration of images to create deepfakes involves the processing of personal data and so falls squarely within the ICO’s remit.” 100
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 03/02/2026I'm quoted in this article on the ICO's decision to open a formal investigation into X and xAI www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/ico-inv...infosecurity-magazine.comICO Launches Investigation into X Over AI Non Consensual Sexual ImagesUK Data Protection Watchdog has “serious concerns” over data privacy on Elon Musk’s social platform 100
Reposted by JonLlamau @llamau.bsky.social · 06/01/2026Do you want to help us end youth homelessness in Wales? We are currently hiring multiple roles throughout our organisation, one of these might be the one for you: www.llamau.org.uk/about/careers 001
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 03/01/2026Gorgeous sunny (& very cold) parkrun at Tredegar House this morning. Happy to record my 23rd first place finish out of 223 parkruns #running #rhedeg 190
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 23/12/2025My main thought is that I need to get a more up to date photo 000
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 23/12/2025I wrote some thoughts for the Law Society Gazette on data protection in 2026 #DataProtection www.lawgazette.co.uk/commentary-a...lawgazette.co.ukData protection predictions for 2026 | Law GazetteData protection laws in the UK and other jurisdictions will continue to evolve to meet novel challenges. 111
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 07/12/2025Super happy with 2:47:45 for the Valencia marathon today. Even managed a small negative split #Running #MarathonValencia 0130
Reposted by JonNotRachelBrown @notrachelbrown.bsky.social · 06/12/2025Less than 24 hours to Valencia Marathon… 191
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 03/12/2025If Parliament had intended there to be an ‘egregiousness’ test for data breaches, you’d have thought they might have included one in the legislation #DataProtection #PostOffice ico.org.uk/about-the-ic... 000
Reposted by JonEU Court of Justice @eucourtofjustice.bsky.social · 02/12/2025⚖️ Judgment in Case C-492/23 Russmedia Digital and Inform Media Press: Is an online marketplace responsible for the personal data published in user-posted ads? 🎥 💬 President Lenaerts explains with subtitles available in all EU languages 👉 curia.europa.eu/jcms/jcms/p1... 156
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 30/11/2025Represented Dwyrain Cymru at the Welsh inter regional XC on Saturday then another 13 miles on Sunday to bring up 239 miles for November. It’s been a disrupted training block but hopefully I’m ready for Valencia marathon next Sunday. ¡Vamos! #Running 040
Reposted by JonInstitute for Public Policy Research @ippr.org · 27/11/2025Many newspapers and politicians have been calling yesterday's fiscal statement a 'Budget for Benefits Street'. Here's three reasons why that is not accurate 🧵 310563
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 26/11/2025Says a lot about being a lifelong Cov fan that my first thought on seeing this table was: “40 points! Should be safe from relegation” #PUSB #TopOfTheLeague 120
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 16/11/2025First 20 miler in a very long time. Really pleased with the pace and consistency. Only 3 weeks to go until Valencia marathon #Running 060
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 13/11/2025If you get a chance, do take a look at @llamau.bsky.social latest impact report. Along with the facts and figures are some very powerful stories of the real people behind the stats 000
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 07/11/2025It's a genuine privilege to be a trustee for @llamau.bsky.social and to play a small role in the fantastic work they do. Looking forward to meeting the new trustees #TrusteesWeek 010
Reposted by JonLlamau @llamau.bsky.social · 05/11/2025£30 is all it could take to stop a child from waking up in the cold this Christmas. Donate today: ow.ly/IHiv50Xn43z #Charitysky #Wales 011
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 01/11/2025It’s November so time to get out the bobble hat. Oh … #Caturday 191
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 26/10/2025Been struggling with a nasty bout of covid for the last month, but today managed a 10 mile run and then a walk to beautiful Parc Cefn Onn to see the autumn colours #Running #Caerdydd 041
Reposted by JonLlamau @llamau.bsky.social · 13/10/2025We’re proud to be joining with campaigners for tenants, homelessness and debt advice charities, landlord organisations and others in calling on the UK Government to #unfreezeLHA at the Budget. See the article here: inews.co.uk/news/housing...inews.co.ukReeves urged to boost housing benefit in Budget as thousands 'face homelessness'The rate of housing benefit has been frozen for four of the last five years despite soaring rents 011
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 30/08/2025I’m not saying the garmin race predictor algorithm is wildly optimistic, but that marathon time is only 43 seconds slower than Alex Yee #running 020
Reposted by JonEuropean Commission @ec.europa.eu · 22/07/2025Data protection is a cornerstone of EU values. Today, we've launched the process to renew our adequacy decisions with 🇬🇧. This would ensure personal data can continue to flow safely between the EU and the UK beyond December 2025. More info ↓ europa.eu/!hbrDkn 36513
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 18/07/2025Da iawn Casnewydd! Crys grêt #AupaAthletic www.newport-county.co.uk/news/newport...newport-county.co.ukNewport County and Athletic Club Bilbao unite in unique kit collaboration | Newport County A.F.C. 021
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 16/07/2025Completely agree. Given the obvious parallels with the PSNI case (which occurred after the MoD breach), I don't understand the different approach 010
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 16/07/2025Don't know all the details, but on the face of it the MoD data breach - hidden data in a spreadsheet exposing 1000s to potentially serious harm - is remarkably similar to the PSNI data breach. The ICO fined PSNI but decided no regulatory action is required against the MoD ico.org.uk/about-the-ic...ico.org.ukICO statement in response to 2022 MoD data breachWe have been carefully considering the circumstances of the breach throughout, supporting the MoD's own investigation. 000
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 10/07/2025In case you’re wondering about the state of the NHS in Wales, this is the waiting room I found myself in at the Heath hospital this morning #wales #nhs #senedd26 000
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 23/06/2025After years of debate and failed attempts, reform of UK data protection laws finally reached the statute book last week. But was it worth the wait? excellolaw.co.uk/worth-the-wa...excellolaw.co.ukWorth the wait? Data protection reforms receive royal assent at last - Excello LawNot to be deterred, the incoming Labour government announced its own proposals for reform in the King’s speech in July 2024. The new bill, which was to 100
Jon @jonbelcher.bsky.social · 20/06/2025Amazing day out yesterday on Skomer. The puffins were the stars of the show, but also got to see peregrines & chough #wales #wildlife #birds 010