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Cybersecurity

Lords · Question HL7466 · Tabled 14 May 2025 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record

Answered 29 May 2025

Question

Asked by Lord Birt

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of additional measures that can be taken by companies and public organisations to avert ransomware attacks.

Answer

Answered by Baroness Jones of Whitchurch, 29 May 2025

The cyber security of the UK is a priority for the government. Organisations of any size, in any sector, can use the government's Cyber Essentials scheme to protect themselves against the majority of cyber threats. 92% fewer insurance claims are made by b...