Chief Constable of the Police Service of Scotland – €75,700 Fine (United Kingdom, 2025)
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The Information Commissioner's Office fined the Chief Constable of the Police Service of Scotland for not having enough security measures to protect personal information. This matters because it shows that even police services must take data protection seriously to keep people's information safe.
What happened
The Chief Constable was fined for insufficient technical and organizational measures to ensure information security.
Who was affected
Individuals whose personal information was handled by the Police Service of Scotland were affected.
What the authority found
The authority found that the Police Service of Scotland did not meet the required standards for protecting personal data, violating GDPR's security requirements.
Why this matters
This case highlights the importance of strong security measures for all organizations, including public services. It serves as a reminder for small businesses to prioritize data protection to avoid similar penalties.
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Insufficient technical and organisational measures to ensure information security
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No other enforcement actions found for Chief Constable of the Police Service of Scotland in UK
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Details
Fine Date
12 December 2025
Authority
Information Commissioner's Office
Fine Amount
€75,700
Enforcement Tracker ID
3075
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Cite as: Cookie Fines. Chief Constable of the Police Service of Scotland - United Kingdom (2025). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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