New laws to protect the NHS and MoD from cyber attacks to be in King’s Speech

New laws will be introduced in the UK to enhance the protection of public services, including the NHS, against cyber threats. The plans call for stronger cyber security measures for private firms in supply chains for public bodies. The urgency of the threat has led to cyber security being prioritised over artificial intelligence, according to a report. The legislation follows major cyber attacks on SSCL, a payroll firm for the Ministry of Defence, and Synnovis, an NHS blood testing company.