May 2023 data breach roundup

In May, a range of serious data breaches occurred in different sectors, including the NHS, South Lanarkshire Council, Capita, Discord, and the National Smallbore Rifle Association. The breaches raised concerns around violations of privacy and potential misuse of personal information. Hayes Connor, a team of data breach specialists, advises that individuals affected by data breaches may have rights to compensation, even if they haven’t suffered direct financial loss.