National Cyber Security Programme
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UK government cyber security initiative
The National Cyber Security Programme (NCSP) is a UK government programme established to enhance the United Kingdom's resilience to cyber threats.
History
The NCSP was launched in 2011 as part of the UK's first National Cyber Security Strategy. It aimed to make the UK one of the most secure places in the world to do business online. Key components included the Cyber Security Information Sharing Partnership (CISP) and the establishment of the Cyber Security Information Sharing Partnership Fusion Cell in March 2013.[1][2]
Funding
The 2011 strategy allocated £650 million over four years (2011–2015) for cyber security initiatives under the NCSP. The spending breakdown included:
- £210 million for improving the security of government systems and critical national infrastructure.
- £175 million for building cyber skills and supporting industry.
- £150 million for research and innovation.
- £115 million for international engagement and other priorities.[3]
See also
Notes
- ↑ National Cyber Security Centre, Our history NCSC, accessed 2026.
- ↑ UK Cabinet Office, National Cyber Security Strategy 2011 Cabinet Office, November 2011.
- ↑ National Audit Office, The UK cyber security strategy 2011-2015 NAO, 2016.