News
UK Takes a Firm Stand on Ransomware
Ransomware isn’t just an IT headache, it’s a global threat that’s shaking public services, businesses, and critical infrastructure.
Events
Join Us for a Breakfast Briefing: This September
Following the success of last year’s event in York, we’re pleased to announce two new opportunities to connect in person
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What the Online Safety Act Means for You
The Online Safety Act is now law in the UK, and it’s changing the way digital services must operate. If
Technical Guides
How to Write a CE Compliant Password Policy
Cyber Essentials outlines clear requirements for password-based authentication. These are designed to protect small and medium-sized businesses from
News
The Data Use and Access Act: What You Need to Know
On 19 June 2025, the Data (Use and Access) Bill received Royal Assent, becoming law and marking the biggest shake-up
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Announcement: Evolve North Joins CIISec
At Evolve North, credibility isn’t just earned through what we say, it’s shown in the standards we align with.
News
Are You Prepared for the NHS Charter?
In May 2025, NHS England issued a letter to all current and prospective suppliers, introducing the NHS Cyber Security Charter.
News
Why Storing Passwords in Plain Text is a Bad Idea
“They’re encrypted in transit, so it’s fine.” That was the developer’s response when our tester reported that their staging environment
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Why Policy Reviews Matter: Matt Carney
Policies and procedures are intended to be living documents. In practice, many haven’t been reviewed since GDPR came into effect
News
Growing Together: Partnership with Ecologi
Following the launch of IASME’s latest Cyber Essentials update, Willow, we are thrilled to announce a brand-new partnership that makes