UK government’s bank data sharing plan slammed as ‘financial snoopers’ charter’

September 26, 2024 at 04:39AM Privacy campaigners are criticizing UK proposals to require banks to share data from government benefit claimants’ accounts, calling it a “financial snoopers’ charter.” The new legislation aims to save money, prevent fraud, and protect claimants, but has faced opposition for potential privacy concerns and intrusion. Campaigners argue that it risks … Read more