House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Designation of UK Data Infrastructure as Critical National Infrastructure and the Telecoms Supply Chain Diversification Advisory Council Report
12 September 2024 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Proposed by Chris Bryant Lab Rhondda and Ogmore
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At a glance
Key points
- UK data infrastructure has been designated as Critical National Infrastructure to enhance security and resilience.
- The Telecoms Supply Chain Diversification Advisory Council has published a report.
- The government will review the Advisory Council's recommendations before responding to the House.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the designation of UK data infrastructure as Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) and the publication of a report by the Telecoms Supply Chain Diversification Advisory Council.
Action requested
The government has designated UK data infrastructure as CNI to enhance security and resilience, and will review the recommendations from the Advisory Council's report on telecoms supply chain diversification before providing a response to the House.
Key facts
- Data infrastructure is being designated as Critical National Infrastructure (CNI).
- The Telecoms Supply Chain Diversification Advisory Council has published a new report with recommendations for government.
- A copy of the report will be deposited in both Houses' Libraries.