The Legal Aid Agency has reported a data breach incident to their online digital services.

In response to this development the LAA are urging all members of the public who have applied for legal aid since 2010 to safeguard themselves. It is recommended impacted individuals are alert for any suspicious activity such as unknown messages or phone calls and to be extra vigilant to update any potential exposed passwords. For further information on this incident we would ask that you read the statement which has been published on GOV.UK. You will find it at https://www.gov.uk/government/news/legal-aid-agency-data-breach.