Cyber Essentials
Accountants & Solicitors Ignore Cyber Risks
By Duncan Sutcliffe
As an insurance broker my clients expect me to appraise what is valuable and important to their business, assess the potential threats, the consequences of an incident and then advise on ways to reduce the risks and recommend relevant insurance to mitigate any potential losses. When it comes to Cyber Risk - and despite the constant warning from government, experts and the media - getting business owners to act responsibly is tough.
Cyber Essentials: new Government funding scheme now open for SMEs
A new scheme which enables SMEs to apply for up to £5,000 to cover cyber security, including Cyber Essentials advice and certification, is now open for applications.
On 16th July the Government announced a new Innovation Voucher scheme. This complements an existing scheme and enables SMEs to apply for funding towards the cost of cyber security advice and certification, including Cyber Essentials. The current round for applications closes at midday on 20 October.
Government scheme offers £5000 towards cyber security
The government has extended the Innovation Voucher scheme that supports SMEs, entrepreneurs and early stage start-ups by implementing or improving cyber security.
Up to £5000 to improve Cyber Security & gain Cyber Essentials accreditation