Investigation launched into potential cyber breach at Greater Manchester Police

A potential cyber breach involving Greater Manchester Police has been reported to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). Elizabeth Baxter, Head of Cyber Investigations at the ICO, commented that police officers and staff expect their information to be kept secure, and that the ICO will now be reviewing what happened. Baxter also stressed that organizations have a responsibility to keep employee information safe, especially in sectors where a data breach could have serious consequences. The ICO works to support companies to ensure people can trust their data is secure.