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Written question asked by Nick Timothy (Conservative) on Monday, 3 March 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 5 March 2025. It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Tuesday, 11 March 2025 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Electricity Interconnectors: Data Protection

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to help protect the security of sensitive data on multi-purpose interconnectors.

Answer

Maintaining a secure energy supply is a key priority for the UK Government. DESNZ works closely with subsea and offshore owners, operators, regulators, and other stakeholders to ensure interconnectors are proportionately protected against a range of threats – including cyber threats. This includes working with industry on data security, which is a critical part of a comprehensive approach to security of infrastructure.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
34970
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Data protection Electricity interconnectors
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk