The U.K. Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has taken formal enforcement action against 34 organizations that have failed to pay the new data protection fee.

The data protection regulator has sent notices of its intent to fine the organizations unless they pay. Those who don’t could face a maximum fine of £4,350 (U.S. $5,678).

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