New cyber action plan to tackle threats and strengthen public services
Page summary:
New measures will be introduced to make online public services more secure and resilient, so people can use them with confidence – whether applying for benefits, paying taxes or accessing healthcare.
Change made:
First published.
Time updated:
12:01am, 6 January 2026
AI Exemplars programme
Page summary:
AI Exemplars are transforming public services – improving healthcare, education, planning and justice with practical and innovative AI solutions.
Change made:
Added the A&E Demand Forecasting project to the Department for Health and Social Care list.
Time updated:
9:30am, 6 January 2026
Government Cyber Action Plan
Page summary:
How government will rapidly improve the cyber security and resilience of public services.
Change made:
Added Government Cyber Action Plan (web optimised PDF).
Time updated:
12:43pm, 6 January 2026
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Information Commissioner’s Office and HM Government
Page summary:
This MOU builds on and formalises the Information Commissioner’s Office and HM Government’s approach to working effectively in line with our respective roles to protect people’s information. It sets out an enduring framework and approach to co-operation and collaboration and is not intended to be exhaustive.
Change made:
First published.
Time updated:
10:25am, 8 January 2026
