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- Sitting 7

26 January 2021

Proposing MP
Matt Warman Con
Boston and Skegness
Type
Public Bill Committee

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses clauses 15-17 of a Bill that aims to empower the Government to manage risks associated with high-risk vendors in the UK’s networks.

Action Requested

The government has announced new restrictions on using high-risk vendors in UK's 5G and full-fibre networks, which were updated following US actions against Huawei. Clauses 15-17 provide necessary powers for managing these risks.

Key Facts

  • The Government announced new restrictions on the use of high-risk vendors in January last year.
  • In July 2010, guidance was updated following action taken by the US Government regarding Huawei.
  • Clauses 15 to 17 provide principal powers for managing risks posed by high-risk vendors.
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