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49 Afghan Relocation Data Breaches Exposed by UK MoD

8/21/2025

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The UK Ministry of Defence reported 49 data breaches concerning Afghan relocation cases over four years.
Seven breaches were serious enough to notify the Information Commissioner's Office.
Three breaches from 2021 and 2022 were previously undisclosed.
The Information Commissioner's Office is collaborating with the MoD to enhance data security.
A Labour source criticized Conservative administrations for poor data protection measures.

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Story summary

The UK Ministry of Defence reported 49 data breaches concerning Afghan relocation cases over four years.
Seven breaches were serious enough to notify the Information Commissioner's Office.
Three breaches from 2021 and 2022 were previously undisclosed.
The Information Commissioner's Office is collaborating with the MoD to enhance data security.
A Labour source criticized Conservative administrations for poor data protection measures.