EC Data Breach
Information for residents: Electoral Commission Cyber Attack.
On Tuesday 8 August, the Electoral Commission announced that it had experienced a cyber attack and data breach, first identified in October 2022.
Last updated: 23 August 2023
Next review: 23 August 2024
Protecting your personal data
Under Section 11 of the Data Protection Act 1998, you can tell the electoral registration officer not to use your data for marketing.
You can do this by email or letter.
You must:
- be clear you want to make a declaration under Section 11 of the Data Protection Act 1998
- include your full name and address
- if writing, personally sign your letter
The Electoral Registration Officer
Waltham Forest Town Hall
Forest Road
Walthamstow E17 4JF