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Suffolk Constabulary – Reprimand (United Kingdom, 2026)
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Suffolk Constabulary accidentally shared sensitive personal data in Excel spreadsheets while responding to information requests. This matters because it shows that even public organizations must be careful with personal data.
What happened
Suffolk Constabulary disclosed sensitive personal data within Excel spreadsheets in response to Freedom of Information requests.
Who was affected
Individuals whose sensitive personal data was inadvertently disclosed by Suffolk Constabulary.
What the authority found
The Information Commissioner's Office reprimanded Suffolk Constabulary for this accidental disclosure of sensitive data.
Why this matters
This reprimand emphasizes the importance of data handling practices for all organizations, including police forces. It serves as a warning to ensure proper data protection measures are in place.
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Suffolk Constabulary has been issued with a Reprimand, after sensitive personal data became inadvertently disclosed within Excel spreadsheets, in response to Freedom of Information requests.
Outcome
Reprimand
A formal reprimand: the DPA found a violation and issued a formal censure.
Related Enforcement Actions (0)
No other enforcement actions found for Suffolk Constabulary in UK
This is the only recorded action for this entity in this jurisdiction.
Details
Decision Date
20 May 2026
Authority
Information Commissioner's Office
About this data
Cite as: Cookie Fines. Suffolk Constabulary - United Kingdom (2026). Retrieved from cookiefines.eu
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