What
Loss of sensitive personal data.
How much
“Numerous”
Why
The data controller was disposing of documents in public waste bins in St James’ Park.
Regulator
ICO
Regulatory action
Undertaking issued to ensure that any documents containing personal data must be disposed in a secure manner, such as shredding, pulping or incineration.
Reason for action
Some of the documents disposed of in the public waste bins included personal information such as names and addresses.
When
15 November 2011.
Links
View PDF of the Oliver Letwin MP Undertaking (Via ICO Website)
View PDF of the Oliver Letwin MP Undertaking (Breach Watch Archive)