Overview

• Kennedys Law said a mass email on Aug. 26 made 194 registered addresses visible due to human error, and it apologized unreservedly.
• The firm said it contacted all recipients, attempted a partial recall, and launched an internal investigation after accepting full responsibility.
• Reports to the Information Commissioner’s Office, the Charity Commission and the Solicitors Regulation Authority have been filed, with the ICO confirming enquiries are under way.
• The Church of England said it is not the data controller but is profoundly concerned, is pressing Kennedys for explanations, and pledged moral responsibility for survivors’ welfare.
• Survivors and advocates reported distress, urged resignations and compensation, and warned that even exposing email addresses compromises anonymity and trust in the redress process.