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Written question asked by Andrew Gwynne (Labour) on Wednesday, 18 October 2017, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 20 October 2017. It was answered by Matt Hancock (Conservative) on Thursday, 26 October 2017 on behalf of the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.


Equifax

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what discussions she has had with her US counterparts on the Equifax data breach; and if she will make a statement.

Answer

A range of channels have been pursued by the Government, including direct contact US law enforcement and with Equifax US. In addition, the Government has received regular updates from Equifax. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), the National Crime Agency, the Financial Conduct Authority and the Information Commissioner’s Office are assessing the impact on UK consumers and are discussing the scope of the company’s consumer notifications.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
108521
Session
2017-19
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Data protection USA Hacking Equifax
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk