GMP Federation Statement - Data Breach

14 September 2023

Statement on the GMP data breach from Greater Manchester Police Federation, after a cyber attack on a company that makes police ID cards.

Mike Peake, Chair of Greater Manchester Police Federation, said: "Our colleagues are undertaking some of the most difficult and dangerous roles imaginable to catch criminals and keep the public safe. 

"To have any personal details potentially leaked out into the public domain in this manner - for all to possibly see – will understandably cause many officers concern and anxiety.

“We are working with the force to mitigate the dangers and risks that this breach could have on our colleagues.”