IPCC to investigate missing HMRC data discs

The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) is to use its own investigators to examine the circumstances surrounding the loss of two HM Revenue and Customs (HRMC) computer discs containing sensitive personal records.

HMRC referred the matter to the IPCC on 16 November and it has decided to carry out an independent investigation, which will be led by Senior Investigator, Joe Penrose.

Gary Garland, the IPCC Commissioner with responsibility for the HMRC, says:  

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