Former parliamentary employee arrested under hacking laws

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20 Apr 2026 • 10:12 PM MYT
The Independent
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Former parliamentary employee arrested under hacking laws

  • A former parliamentary staff member was arrested last week under the Computer Misuse Act 1990.
  • Commons speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle informed MPs about the 'security matter' on Monday.
  • The arrest relates to unauthorised access to computer material, including intent to commit or facilitate further offences, and unauthorised modification of computer material.
  • Sir Lindsay stated that the police investigation is ongoing and he would not discuss further details in the House.
  • He added that he would update members when more information becomes available.

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