Northern Ireland police data breaches raise questions of incompetence

The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) posted the names and roles of its 10,000 employees online. The day after, the PSNI admitted it had lost a spreadsheet on 200 officers a month ago. These incidents have increased fears for the lives of officers and staff. To address these concerns, Chief Constable Simon Byrne is expected to provide answers in an interview with an independent oversight body. The security breaches could also lead to compensation claims. These events bring potential legal issues and financial consequences for the PSNI, which is already grappling with a £38m funding gap.