CYBER STRATEGY
In our ever more interconnected world, cyber security - the protection of our systems and devices from malevolent attacks - is critical to the prosperity and effective operation of businesses, and other organisations.
The UK faces a growing cyber threat, with the Joint Committee on National Security Strategy warning of a potential catastrophic ransomware attack on essential services. In 2024, the National Cyber Security Centre issued twice as many attack notifications as the year before. CrowdStrike’s 2025 report highlights a 27% rise in intrusions, 81% of which were malware-free, often using AI and social engineering to mimic legitimate users.
In response, the Government intends to expand cyber security regulation and guidance - mirroring actions already underway in the US and across the EU. For critical sectors the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill will be introduced into Parliament by the end of this year. Failure to act now risks exposing organisations to both regulatory and financial burdens.
At The Policy Key, we bring deep experience in shaping government cyber frameworks, regulations, and compliance functions. We have successfully built government–industry partnerships that enhance cyber resilience across critical sectors. We have led on response to cyber-attacks within government.
Our Services include:
· Senior leadership briefings on the national or sectoral threat picture and Government cyber strategy and regulatory implications to enable leaders to assess their organisation’s cyber risk posture
· Emergency response workshops including Board-level crisis response training
· Support in developing effective cyber security strategies that align with national frameworks and regulatory approaches.
· Design of organisational communication strategies to embed strong cyber practices across the workforce.
POLICY MAKING
In response to global threats and an ever changing world the scale of government policy making is huge.
We have over 20 years’ experience of formulating policy at senior levels of government working in partnership with a range of organisations.
NET ZERO & ENERGY
The transition to net zero will mean unprecedented change to the energy landscape in just a few years.
We have recent experience of working at senior levels of government, including with Ministers on energy policy making and horizon planning over the short, medium and long term.