First UK information commissioner resigns in 42-year history (opens original article in a new tab)

John Edwards, the UK's Information Commissioner, resigned following an independent investigation into his conduct, marking the first resignation in the role's 42-year history.

• John Edwards, the UK's Information Commissioner, resigned following an independent workplace investigation.
• This marks the first resignation in the role's 42-year history, with Edwards admitting to 'poor judgement' and 'inappropriate humour'.
• The ICO faces criticism for poor performance, with legal actions taken by groups like the Good Law Project and Open Rights Group.