UK privacy watchdog faces governance review after Edwards turmoil, minister says
By Patricia Figueiredo ( July 8, 2026, 13:33 GMT | Insight) -- The UK privacy regulator's internal culture and governance face a review after a probe into former Information Commissioner John Edwards found evidence of sexual harassment and bullying, tech minister Liz Kendall told lawmakers. The government will start recruiting for a new chair next week and will appoint new directors. Kendall also said Edwards is "preparing to serve legal papers" on one of the women at the ICO who raised concerns.The UK privacy regulator's internal culture and governance will come under review after an investigation into its leader found evidence of sexual harassment and bullying, technology minister Liz Kendall told lawmakers on Wednesday....
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