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2 charged over alleged New IRA terrorism activity linked to cops' spilled data

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Feed Name: The Register (Security)

Threat Score
70/100

Date Published: 2025-02-14

Date Updated: 2026-04-26

Author: Connor Jones

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A botched Freedom of Information response in August 2023 exposed personal details of nearly 10,000 PSNI officers and staff; subsequent fallout included relocations, mental-health impacts, and a compensation program. In February, two suspected New IRA members were arrested for possession of spreadsheets containing staff particulars, with one denied bail over reoffending risk; the incident remains under investigation amid concerns about officer safety and alleged fraud related to compensation payments.

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