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RIBA reaches confidential settlement with former president over data leaks

Alan Jones, the RIBA president between 2019 and 2021, alleged that information relating to him was not adequately protected and controlled by the organisation

Alan Jones as he took up the RIBA presidency in 2019.
Alan Jones as he took up the RIBA presidency in 2019. Credit: Aidan Monaghan

Jack Pringle, chair of the board on behalf of RIBA, commented:

“RIBA has reached a confidential settlement with the past president of RIBA, Professor Alan Jones, in respect of his claim that information relating to him was not adequately protected and controlled by RIBA. RIBA regrets the fact that unauthorised leaks occurred and the harm that this caused Professor Jones and his family .”

Professor Alan Jones commented:

“I am glad to have reached a confidential settlement with RIBA regarding my complaint that information relating to me was not adequately protected and controlled by RIBA. 

“RIBA is important to our profession and the value architects create for society and our wider world. My commitment and enthusiasm for RIBA continues and I wish the incoming president the very best for his presidency, as he takes up his role in leading the membership forward.”

 

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