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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 discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the security of interconnector data.

Answer

The Government takes the protection of subsea infrastructure, including interconnectors, seriously and Departments work closely together to ensure infrastructure is protected against hazards and malicious threats. The Secretary of State regularly has discussions with his Cabinet colleagues relating to a range of security matters.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
34971
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Data protection Electricity interconnectors
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk