Dumfries and Galloway Council has said it will take “appropriate steps” after a social work report containing confidential information was mistakenly sent to the incorrect recipient, BBC News reports. This is the second incident involving the council this year. The Information Commissioner’s Office will consider if any action will be necessary.
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