Cyber Laws Are Changing: What UK Businesses Need to Know
Cyber threats are evolving, and so are the laws designed to combat them. The UK government is preparing to introduce the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, a major update to existing cyber legislation.
Current UK cyber law includes the Network and Information Systems (NIS) Regulations, which apply to operators of essential services (OES) and relevant digital service providers (RDSPs), such as cloud platforms and search engines.
- Manage risks to your networks
- Report incidents
Other laws include PECR 2003, which governs telecom security, and the Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022, which targets internet-connected consumer devices.
The UK government is preparing to introduce the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill.
Author's summary: UK cyber laws are changing to combat evolving threats.