Tough new laws to strengthen defences against cyber attacks on NHS

Tough new laws to strengthen defences against cyber attacks on NHS

By Liz Wells 12 November 2025

Proposed new laws will strengthen cyber defences for essential public services, including the NHS.

NHS England and DHSC introduce Cyber Security Charter

By Liz Wells 19 May 2025

NHS England has written an open letter to all current, prospective and aspiring suppliers to the NHS, introducing a new Cyber Security Charter.

Government sets out new cyber laws to protect public services

By Liz Wells 01 April 2025

The government has set out the scope of its Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, which will introduce new cyber laws to protect public services and safeguard the UK economy.

Only third of NHS staff confident in current cyber defences

By Liz Wells 28 February 2025

More than 90% of NHS staff understand their role in protecting the organisation from cyber-attacks, yet only 36% believe current measures are sufficient, new research reveals.

Barts Health implements Cynerio's cybersecurity platform

By Liz Wells 15 November 2024

Barts Health NHS Trust has selected Cynerio’s healthcare-focused platform for deployment across all sites.

Cheshire and Merseyside ICS secures patient care

By Liz Wells 29 October 2024

‍Cheshire and Merseyside ICS has selected Cynerio’s Healthcare Cybersecurity Platform to strengthen its defences after disruptive attacks on UK healthcare systems.

NHS England adopts Cyber Assessment Framework

By Liz Wells 04 September 2024

NHS England has started transitioning from using the NDG 10 data security standards as the assessment mechanism for the NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit.

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RECRUITER: Cardiff Council

Head of Service - Assessment & Intervention

£62,474 - £73,056 plus a Market Rate Supplement

Kirklees, West Yorkshire£62,474 - £73,056 plus a Market Rate Supplement

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Service Director - Education and SEND

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frederica-diamanta

Director, Children’s Services

£147,524 per annum

Cardiff (Caerdydd)£147,524 per annum

RECRUITER: Cardiff Council

Head of Service - Assessment & Intervention

£62,474 - £73,056 plus a Market Rate Supplement

Kirklees, West Yorkshire£62,474 - £73,056 plus a Market Rate Supplement

RECRUITER: Kirklees Metropolitan Council

Service Director - Education and SEND

£103,212 to £110,106 per annum (Grade O)

Newbury - Council Offices, Market Street£103,212 to £110,106 per annum (Grade O)

RECRUITER: West Berkshire Council