Bailiwick Data Protection Advisory (2025-08-27)

Summary

This is a public advisory from the Office of the Data Protection Authority (ODPA) notifying Bailiwick residents of a personal data breach at Access Personal Checking Services Ltd (APCS), a UK company that processes Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. The breach resulted from a cyber attack and may have exposed personal information such as identity, contact and passport, driving licence or national insurance details. APCS has submitted a formal breach notification to the ODPA, which currently assesses the impact on Guernsey residents as likely limited.

• Monitor accounts: Check monthly credit and bank statements for unknown or suspicious charges.
• Watch for red flags: Be alert to sudden increases in credit inquiries or interruptions to automated payments.
• Secure credentials: Consider changing passwords, use unique passwords per account, enable two-factor authentication and update security settings.
• Help others: Share this guidance with less tech-literate friends or family members.
• Report concerns: Contact the ODPA by email or phone if personal information or data rights may have been compromised.

This advisory is informational and provides protective guidance to affected individuals rather than imposing new compliance obligations on regulated organisations.