What
Loss of personal data.

How much
26,000 records.

Why
An unencrypted laptop was stolen from the data controller’s premises.

Regulator
ICO

Regulatory action
Undertaking issued to ensure that all mobile data storage devices are sufficiently encrypted. The physical security of such devices must be ensured.

Reason for action
The laptop was password protected, but not encrypted.

When
10 July 2009

Links
View PDF of the London Clubs International Limited Undertaking (Breach Watch Archive)