Actually Quote by Heather Brooke
“Leaks are not the problem; they are the symptom. They reveal a disconnect between what people want and need to know and what they actually do know. The greater the secrecy, the more likely a leak.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Great British Leak, Heather Brooke, 2015
Leaks expose a gap between public expectations and actual knowledge, showing that secrecy breeds information breaches.
In simple terms: Leaks show hidden gaps between what people need to know and what is known.
Key Takeaway
Increase transparency to reduce leaks.
Themes
transparency
information
accountability
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- government reporting
- corporate communications
- media investigations
Key Concepts
public trust
knowledge gaps
organizational secrecy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can organizations balance confidentiality with openness?
- What policies reduce the need for leaks?
A Different Perspective
Leaks can be a symptom of deeper systemic issues, not just isolated incidents.
