Man charged with sharing asylum seeker addresses
A Serco employee has been charged with misconduct in public office for allegedly leaking the addresses of asylum seeker accommodations. These addresses were subsequently targeted during violent disorder in Thetford, Norfolk.
Why it matters
The case raises serious concerns regarding data security for vulnerable populations and the role of private contractors in public sector service delivery.
Published 18 August 2026, 11:32 BST Updated 6 minutes ago An employee of a company that provides accommodation for asylum seekers has been charged with misconduct in public office over sharing the properties' addresses.
Houses in St John's Way, Bracken Road, Clover Way, Elm Road and Chester Way in Thetford, Norfolk, were targeted by crowds over three nights earlier this month.
James Jobson, 62, from Highlow Road, Costessey, Norwich, works at Serco and appeared at Ipswich Magistrates' Court on Monday.
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