407 special educational needs event applicants' personal info was inadvertently shared with 174 people in Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland's Department of Education is investigating a data breach where a spreadsheet containing personal info of 407 individuals interested in a special educational needs event was mistakenly sent to 174 people. Education Minister Paul Givan apologized, and the department will implement measures to prevent future breaches. The Information Commissioner's Office has been notified and will conduct its own investigation.

August 02, 2024
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