Kensington and Chelsea Data Breach: A Cyber Comedy of Errors or Digital Disaster?
In a twist of events, Kensington and Chelsea Council revealed that last week’s IT hiccup morphed into a data breach, with some data quietly “borrowed” by cyber-intruders. While the council scrambles to untangle the mess, residents are advised to double-check their bank details and stay alert for anything fishy.

Hot Take:
Well, it seems like Kensington and Chelsea Council have found themselves in a bit of a digital pickle! Apparently, last week’s cyber incident wasn’t just an IT hiccup but a full-blown data breach. And while they’re busy playing detective, the rest of us are left clutching our parking permits a little bit tighter, wondering if our emails will soon be greeted with a “Hello, dear victim!”
Key Points:
- Kensington and Chelsea Council experienced a data breach during last week’s cyber incident.
- The council has not specified the nature or extent of the data taken.
- Residents are urged to be vigilant about potential scams or suspicious activity.
- The council shares IT systems with Hammersmith & Fulham and Westminster, spreading disruption across the boroughs.
- It’s unclear who is behind the attack, with ongoing investigations by NCSC and the Metropolitan Police.
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