Met Police investigating suspected data breach

The Met Police are investigating a data breach after “unauthorised access” was gained to the systems of one of its suppliers. 

The Met said the company held names, ranks, photos, vetting levels and pay numbers for officers and staff.

The force is working to understand what data, if any, had been accessed. It says it has also taken additional “security measures.” 

A Met spokesperson said it is unable to say when the breach occurred or how many people might be affected, but added that the company in question did not hold information such as addresses, phone numbers or financial details. 

The incident has been reported to the National Crime Agency (NCA).