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Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeMinistry of JusticeTabled Answered 21 October 2025UIN 82447

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, how many (a) phones, (b) laptops and (c) other electronic devices have been lost by staff in his Department between (i) 5 July 2024 and 4th July 2025 and (ii) since 5th July 2025.

Answered by Jake Richards

Between 5 July 2024 and 4 July 2025, 807 devices were reported as lost or stolen, totalling 0.47% of the estate. Since 5 July 2025, 219 devices (0.13% of the estate) have been reported as lost or stolen.

Strong safeguards are in place to protect Ministry of Justice data and we continually review our processes.

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