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Councils 'need to do better' on data breaches

Information Commissioner John Edwards has told councils they ‘need to do better’ when handling personal information.

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By Martin Ford | 28 October 2024
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Information Commissioner John Edwards has told councils they ‘need to do better' when handling personal information.

He warned of the ‘serious and long-lasting consequences' of data breaches, highlighting local government as one of the most prolific offenders.

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