Labour launches cyber security crackdown on Russia and China after NHS hack

The UK government is considering introducing new measures to combat cyberattacks, particularly from Russian and Chinese sources, after last month’s successful hack of two NHS hospital trusts in London, which resulted in more than 1,500 outpatient and surgical procedures being delayed. Officials are looking to fortify protection for central services, with one Department for Health and Social Care source stating that digital suppliers need the same protections as the health service.