Nandy vows crackdown on doxxing after RNLI volunteers' addresses exposed

The UK Culture Secretary has publicly condemned the recent online publication of personal addresses belonging to volunteers of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) and other individuals. In a statement released on Tuesday, the Secretary described the act as a “serious breach of privacy” and warned that such doxxing tactics can expose volunteers to harassment and intimidation, undermining the safety of those who provide essential lifesaving services.

The incident follows a wave of online postings that revealed home addresses of RNLI crew members, prompting the charity to issue an urgent advisory urging its volunteers to enhance personal security measures. Law enforcement agencies have been notified and are investigating the source of the leaks, while the government has pledged to work with the RNLI and digital platforms to strengthen protections against the unlawful sharing of private information. The Culture Secretary’s condemnation underscores a broader commitment to safeguarding community volunteers from targeted online abuse.