Georgia Sweeting reports:
The UK government has announced the full scope of its upcoming Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, which aims to strengthen the country’s digital defences and reduce the growing risks posed by cyber threats.
Set to be introduced later this year, the bill will place tougher cybersecurity requirements on organisations that provide essential services, including hospitals, energy networks, and major IT providers. Over 1,000 suppliers are expected to fall under the new rules, with the goal of boosting resilience across both public services and the wider economy. The government will also gain new powers to direct these companies to act quickly in the face of emerging threats.
The bill was formally announced in the King’s Speech in July last year, shortly after the current Prime Minister took office. The legislation forms a central part of the government’s broader Plan for Change, which aims to deliver long-term economic growth by protecting the digital backbone of the UK economy.
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