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CYBER SECURITY

Major cyber attack hits London councils

Multiple London councils are believed to have been targeted in a major cyber attack, leaving residents unable to access call centres and online tools.

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By Dan Peters | 26 November 2025
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Multiple London councils are believed to have been targeted in a major cyber attack, leaving residents unable to access call centres and online tools.

Kensington & Chelsea, Hammersmith & Fulham and Hackney LBCs, as well as Westminster City Council, have been working to restore services.

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