Ransomware Reporting and Cyber Resilience – What UK Organisations Need to Know

Cybersecurity isn’t just about firewalls and passwords anymore, it’s about resilience, regulation, and readiness. With the UK government consulting on mandatory ransomware incident reporting and even a potential ban on ransomware payments, organisations need to rethink how they prepare for and respond to cyber threats.

Why This Matters Now

Recent high-profile attacks, like those on Southern Water, the NHS, and Transport for London have shown just how disruptive ransomware can be. From leaked data to cancelled surgeries, the impact is real and costly.

In response, the UK is pushing forward with the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, which will introduce:

• Mandatory incident reporting
• Security-by-design requirements
• Regular audits for critical infrastructure
• Cross-sector minimum security standards

 

This isn’t just for big players. SMEs, charities, and public sector bodies are all in scope.

What You Should Be Doing

If you’re not already thinking about ransomware readiness, now’s the time. Here’s what practical Cybersecurity and Data Protection Support can help you with:

Incident response planning

Know who does what when things go wrong.

Policy reviews

Make sure your breach procedures are up to date.

Training

Staff awareness is your first line of defence.

Supplier due diligence

Third-party risks are real, don’t ignore them.

 

The Role of Support Services

Cybersecurity and data protection support services aren’t just for emergencies. They help you:

• Stay compliant with UK GDPR and upcoming legislation
• Build resilience through proactive audits and risk assessments
• Respond quickly and effectively when incidents occur

 

Think of it as having a team on standby—ready to help, without the overhead of hiring in-house.

 

Final Thoughts

The UK’s cybersecurity landscape is changing fast. With ransomware reporting on the horizon and new resilience standards coming into play, organisations need to be proactive, not reactive. Whether you’re a DPO, IT lead, or operations manager, having the right support in place can make all the difference.

If you would like to learn more about how GRC Hub can support your Data Protection and Cybersecurity programme with our specialist GRC, GDPR and Cybersecurity support services, please contact us at hello@grc-hub.co.uk or by phone on 0113 532 7830.