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Who pays for NHS data breaches?
NHS trusts, as data controllers, face significant financial penalties for data breaches. The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) can issue fines up to £17.5 million or 4% of global annual turnover, whichever is higher. These fines are paid by the trust, ultimately funded by taxpayers, impacting resources for patient care.
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