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Delayed UK report warns of systemic data protection flaws in public sector

( August 28, 2025, 18:00 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Systemic weaknesses in UK public-sector data protection practices bring increased risks for authorities and contractors, a UK government review has warned. The report identified recurring failures in e-mail handling, hidden spreadsheet data and uncontrolled database exports. The Cabinet Office review — concluded in 2023 under the previous government but only published today — called for stronger crisis and accountability protocols. The delayed publication comes amid increasing scrutiny of the government following a recent breach of Afghan citizens’ data, where oversight by the Information Commissioner’s Office was limited.Statement follows. Report attached....

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