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Some personal data from our records was accessed by unauthorised individuals.\nYour data was not accessed from our systems directly - our own systems, and SCR’s, remain secure.\nYour Personal Information That Was Affected\n[SELECT THE RELEVANT CATEGORIES FOR THIS INDIVIDUAL:]\n☐ Basic contact details: Your name, email address, phone number\u000b☐ Address information: Your current address details\u000b☐ Date of birth\u000b☐ National Insurance Number\u000b☐ Driving Licence Number\u000b☐ Passport Number\u000b☐ QTS Number (Teaching qualification)\nOnly text information was affected - no documents, images, passwords, or financial details were accessed.\nWhat This Means for You\nWhile your information was accessed, this does not mean it will be misused. The main risks depend on which information was affected:\nIf ONLY your name and contact details were affected:\nPotential impact: Minimal\nYou might receive some spam emails or unwanted calls\nNo action is required, but remain alert to unusual contact attempts\nIf your address and date of birth were also affected:\nPotential impact: Low\nYou might receive more targeted marketing attempts\nBe cautious of communications that seem to know personal details about you\nIf your National Insurance number, passport or driving licence details were affected:\nPotential impact: Could be higher\nThese details could potentially be used to impersonate you for new applications\nWe recommend taking the precautionary steps outlined below\nRecommended Precautions Based on Your Situation\nEveryone Should:\nStay alert to unexpected emails, calls, or letters that mention personal details about you\nNever give personal information to unsolicited callers, even if they seem to know details about you\nVerify any unexpected contact by calling the organisation directly using their official number\nIf Higher Risk Data Was Affected (NI number, passport, driving licence):\nMonitor for new applications made in your name:\nCheck your credit report (free from Experian 0800 013 8888, Equifax 0800 014 2955, or TransUnion 0330 024 7574)\nLook for any new accounts, credit searches, or applications you didn't make\nBe Aware of Potential Scam Attempts\nCriminals may use your personal details to make contact seem more credible:\nPhone calls claiming to be from official organisations who reference your personal information\nEmails or letters asking you to verify or provide additional details\nAny communication that creates urgency or pressure to act immediately\nRemember: Knowing your details doesn't make them genuine. 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