What the UK’s new cyber budget means for industrial organizations in Critical National Infrastructure (CNI)

In June, the UK government announced landmark legislation for cyber and digital defense.

The proposal, forming part of the Strategic Defence Review, signals a pivotal shift in national priorities, especially for industrial organizations operating within sectors defined as Critical National Infrastructure (CNI, such as energy, water, healthcare, transport and digital infrastructure).

As these sectors accelerate digital transformation to meet decarbonization and efficiency goals, they’re simultaneously becoming more vulnerable to cyber threats in an increasingly volatile and unpredictable world.

In this environment, it’s strategically vital for operators of critical infrastructure to partner with the right organizations that bring the expertise needed to safeguard essential systems. The risks of navigating this landscape alone, without the right support, can lead to serious and far-reaching consequences.

As Peter Kyle, Secretary of State for Department ...