Category : Search result: personal information theft


Queensland rewrites FOI laws after automated request deluge

The Queensland government is implementing sweeping changes to its Freedom of Information framework after being overwhelmed by automated requests, sparking debate about digital transparency versus bureaucratic sustainability.

KPMG consultant leaked Bank of England rate data

Exclusive investigation reveals how a senior KPMG consultant improperly obtained and shared confidential Bank of England interest rate information, sparking regulatory scrutiny and raising serious questions about financial sector integrity.

FOI System at Breaking Point in England

Exclusive investigation reveals England's FOI system in crisis with soaring delays and rejected requests, threatening government transparency.

Oprah Winfrey targeted by thief at book awards

Media mogul Oprah Winfrey became the unexpected victim of a sophisticated theft during the prestigious National Book Awards ceremony in Manhattan, where a thief made off with her custom-made Judith Leiber purse containing priceless items.

Government FOI crackdown fails as Ley praised

Labor's controversial freedom of information reforms face collapse as crossbench opposition grows, with Deputy Liberal Leader Sussan Ley receiving widespread praise for defending transparency.

UK Police Forces Face Legal Action Over Data Breaches

Multiple police services across Britain, including West Midlands and Greater Manchester Police, are under investigation for potentially compromising sensitive information of victims and witnesses in evidence submissions.

London Phone Thefts Surge 44% in Crime Wave

Exclusive data reveals mobile phone thefts in London have skyrocketed by 44% year-on-year, with organised criminal gangs targeting commuters and tourists in worrying new crime wave.

Middle-class gym thief hunted by victim across London

Jordana Seal's life turned upside down when her purse was stolen from a locked gym locker. Now she's hunting the middle-class thief herself after making shocking discoveries about the culprit's identity and spending spree.

HMRC Data Breach Exposes Thousands of Taxpayers' Details

A serious data breach at HM Revenue and Customs has compromised confidential information of thousands of taxpayers, sparking urgent investigations and raising serious questions about government data security protocols.

DWP's New Fraud Powers: Bank Monitoring Explained

The Department for Work and Pensions gains sweeping new powers to monitor bank accounts in controversial anti-fraud measures. Here's what you need to know about the changes and their implications.

Thief steals phone from mother's pocket in shop

Shocking CCTV footage captures the moment a daring thief steals a phone from an unsuspecting mother's pocket while she browses clothing with her baby. Police are hunting the suspect after the daylight theft in a family-friendly store.

Mum stops thief stealing car with her child inside

A quick-thinking mother in San Antonio bravely confronted a car thief who attempted to drive off with her two-year-old son still in the vehicle. The dramatic incident, captured on CCTV, unfolded in a matter of seconds.

Urgent Warning: New Car Theft Epidemic Sweeps UK

Motorists across Britain are being targeted by a sophisticated new keyless car theft method. Learn how criminals are exploiting this shocking vulnerability and the essential steps to protect your vehicle.

Lime Bike Gangs Steal Parcel Shelves in London Crime Spree

Organised criminal gangs on rental e-bikes are targeting affluent London neighbourhoods, smashing car windows to steal a specific and unusual part – the parcel shelf – in a bizarre new crimewave confounding police and luxury vehicle owners.

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