Launched by the UK Government in June 2014, the Cyber Essentials scheme is a cyber security standard that organisations can be assessed and certified against.

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Have you asked your suppliers if they’re #CyberEssentials certified? 🤔 If you aren't, that’s a risk your organisation may be carrying too. ⚠️ Ask: Are you Cyber Essentials certified? 🗣️ Know your supply chain. Manage your risk. 👉 iasme.co.uk/cyber-essentials… @CyberResScot
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Cyber security isn’t just an internal IT job, it’s shared assurance across customers, suppliers & third parties. Our case study shows how Rescue2 achieved #CyberEssentials Plus with RB Consultancy to reduce supply chain risk. Read more 👉 iasme.co.uk/articles/cyber-2…
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Businesses across Britain have signed up to the Cyber Resilience Pledge. They will take practical steps to improve their cyber resilience, use @NCSC tools and increase supply-chain security 🔗 This will strengthen their defence against cyber-attacks 🔒
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You don’t need to go under the sea to save your business from cyber criminals. Just protect your business from online threats with Cyber Essentials certification⬇️ ncsc.gov.uk/cyberessentials/…
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Did you catch our CEO Richard Horne on @BBCr4today this morning? Visit our website for a range support and guidance for businesses in the UK to improve their cyber resilience and protect themselves from threats⬇️ ncsc.gov.uk/
"The challenge for many organisations is just making it a priority... recognising the urgency." Richard Horne, National Cyber Security Centre CEO, speaks to #R4Today after it said it was dealing with at least one ransomware attack a day.

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Tonight, the NCSC features on @BBCPanorama’s ‘Fighting Cyber Criminals’ where we share some of our work countering threats, supporting victims and empowering organisations to protect themselves. Watch on BBC1 at 8:30pm or on iPlayer now bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0…
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Is it time to raise the bar on supply chain security? Rewatch the Ecosystem Plenary from #CYBERUK25 as experts debate mandates, Cyber Essentials, and the risks holding organisations back. youtube.com/live/5hVa04rX9HY…
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CYBERUK@CYBERUKevents7 May 2025
Starting in 10 minutes on our YouTube channel! The second plenary of day is about to start with a Lead Sponsor Keynote from @akamai, followed by the Ecosystem Plenary: Cyber Essentials… Getting the Basics Right, chaired by NCSC COO Felicity Oswald 👇 youtube.com/@CYBERUKONLINE
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Cyber Essentials, a UK Government-backed certification, helps protect your business against the most common cyber threats. Secure your business. Get Cyber Essentials certified via the @ncsc and @IASME. ncsc.gov.uk/cyberessentials/…
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#IASME will be joining @PureCyberLtd for their webinar, Introduction to Cyber Essentials, on 6th February. 💻 Key topics include the importance of #CyberEssentials, how it can help protect your business and how easy it is to achieve. ✅ Register now 👉 purecyber.com/webinar-introd…
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We provide free, hands-on support to help small businesses handling sensitive data achieve Cyber Essentials certification and defend against common cyber attacks. Barristers, chambers, advocates and stables apply now👇 ncsc.gov.uk/information/fund…
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⚖️Calling all barristers, chambers, advocates and stables – apply for free, hands-on help to guard against common cyber attacks. The NCSC’s Funded Cyber Essentials Programme supports small businesses within sec-tors most at risk⬇️ ncsc.gov.uk/information/fund…
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Marking 10 years of #CyberEssentials! 🎉 A new brochure has been published showcasing the scheme's role in helping to build the UK's #cyberresilience. 📣 Download it for free 👉 ow.ly/tP9t50UaIc7 @NCSC @SciTechgovuk
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Cyber Essentials, a UK Government-backed certification, helps protect your business against the most common cyber threats. Secure your business. Get Cyber Essentials certified via the @ncsc and @IASME. ncsc.gov.uk/cyberessentials/…
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Celebrating 10 years of #CyberEssentials! 🎉 At a recent event, leaders, government officials & #cybersecurity enthusiasts discussed the scheme's impact & future. @NCSC's latest blog post thanks those who've contributed to its success. Read it here 👉 ow.ly/PviN50U9Mmp
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During Charity Cyber Essentials Awareness Month, Chief Executive Mary Nagele spoke with us about the #cybersecurity challenges faced by #smallcharities & arts organisations, & the reason @artsbusinessni pursued #CyberEssentials Plus certification. 💬 👉 ow.ly/f4Nn50TW8oj
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📣 Calling all #charities! 📣 There is still time to receive a £75 discount on #CyberEssentials as part of Charity Cyber Essentials Awareness Month, which ends at 5pm on Thursday the 31st of October. 💸 Find out more 👉 ow.ly/8RyB50TVGzQ
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In our latest blog, we explore how Cyber Advisors play a crucial role in assisting small to medium-sized #charities in navigating #CyberEssentials certification & adopting a proactive approach to #cybersecurity. 🔒 👉 ow.ly/X5pk50TVtkp #CyberAdvisor #CyberAwareness
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Here’s what NCSC Deputy Director for Cyber Growth, Chris Ensor had to say today about the scheme:
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At todays 10th anniversary event for #CyberEssentials at @UKHouseofLords, Minister for AI & Digital Government @FeryalClark spoke about the success of the scheme & urged more businesses, organisations & suppliers to adopt it. 📣 Read the full speech 👉 ow.ly/RPQp50TRR0N
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