The government has outlined new measures to protect the UK's undersea internet cables amid increased fears of Russian interference. Ministers are set to gain powers to order telecom companies to remove or disable services during national security emergencies, as well as granting officials access to sites including cable landing stations.
UK plans emergency powers to protect undersea cables
UKPulse News DeskThe UK government has outlined new measures to protect the country's undersea internet cables amid fears of Russian interference.
- Ministers are set to gain powers over telecoms companies during national security emergencies.
- New laws would allow officials to access sites including cable landing stations and order telecom companies to remove or disable services.
Why this matters: The proposed powers aim to address growing concerns about the risk Russia poses to offshore infrastructure.
What this means for you: If you rely on undersea internet cables for your business or personal use, the proposed powers may affect how these services are managed during national security emergencies.