House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Strengthening telecoms security through a revised Telecommunications Security Code of Practice
03 June 2026 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Proposed by Kanishka Narayan Lab Vale of Glamorgan
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The Government has laid the Draft Revised Telecommunications Security Code of Practice before Parliament for scrutiny.
- The revised code incorporates amendments based on feedback from a public consultation.
- The aim of the revised code is to enhance telecoms security through updated technical guidance.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the need to revise the Telecommunications Security Code of Practice to enhance telecoms security in response to evolving cyber threats and technological advancements.
Action requested
The Government has laid the Draft Revised Telecommunications Security Code of Practice before Parliament for scrutiny, incorporating amendments based on feedback from the consultation. This revised code aims to strengthen telecoms security by providing updated technical guidance.
Key facts
- The UK Telecoms Supply Chain Review 2019 identified the need for a stronger legislative framework for telecoms security.
- The National Cyber Security Centre’s Annual Review 2025 highlights persistent and escalating cyber threats from state actors targeting critical national infrastructure, including telecoms networks.
- Innovations like AI introduce both benefits and new risks to telecoms security.
- The Government consulted on proposals to update the Telecommunications Security Code of Practice in response to evolving threats and technologies.