In May 2025, a BBC News article revealed a serious data breach at the Legal Aid Agency. Over two million sensitive records were exposed, including personal details from domestic abuse cases. This wasn’t just a cybersecurity failure. It was a failure of data sovereignty and a wake-up call for any UK-based business handling sensitive information.
One way to stay protected? UK data sovereignty.
What is UK Data Sovereignty?
UK data sovereignty means your digital data is:
- Hosted in the UK
- Controlled under UK law
- Not subject to foreign access or surveillance
It’s not just about where your servers sit—it’s about who can legally access your data.
Using platforms with US ownership or overseas infrastructure, even if they claim “UK servers”,—can expose your business to risks under laws like the US CLOUD Act.
Why Data Sovereignty Matters (Now More Than Ever)
The Legal Aid breach shows what can happen when sensitive data isn’t properly secured or governed.
Here’s why UK data sovereignty is vital for:
- Legal firms: Protect client confidentiality and comply with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) rules.
- Finance teams: Ensure compliance with FCA requirements and avoid cross-border data risks.
- Life sciences: Keep clinical and patient data secure under MHRA and GDPR standards.
- Government contracts: Meet data handling clauses in G-Cloud and public sector tenders.
How Projectfusion Protects Your Data
At Projectfusion, we’ve made data sovereignty the default.
Here’s what sets us apart:
100% UK Hosting
All your data stays in the UK. We use top-tier, ISO27001-certified UK data centres.
UK-Owned
We’re privately owned and headquartered in the UK. No US parent. No foreign exposure.
No Data Mining or Scanning
Your data is never touched, analysed, or sold. It’s yours—and only yours.
Built for Professionals
Projectfusion is designed for legal, finance, and regulated industries where mistakes aren’t an option.
Proven security
- ISO 27001 certified
- Cyber Essentials & Cyber Essentials Plus
- Bank-grade encryption
- 2FA and granular access controls
More on our security practices
A Smart Choice You’ve Already Made
If you’re using Projectfusion, you’re already ahead. You’ve avoided the traps that led to the Legal Aid disaster, and your data is protected by a team that puts security and sovereignty first.
But if your team or board is considering “cheaper” options with overseas ties, send them this article. Or just tell them this:
“With Projectfusion, your data never leaves the UK. With others, it might already be gone.”