King’s Speech: Can the Cybersecurity and Resilience Bill Help Fend Off Nation St…

The UK government has introduced the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to counter cyber attacks on public services. The proposed bill extends existing regulations to include a broader range of businesses and services, including supply chains, and requires mandatory reporting for ransomware attacks. However, the bill does not outright ban ransom extortion payments. The focus on supply chain security has been praised, though concerns about the cost of implementing new regulations persist.