UK essential-services providers face tech supplier curbs under cyber bill tweaks
By Imogen Howse ( August 25, 2026, 14:13 GMT | Insight) -- UK essential-services providers could be banned from using or installing tech products considered a national security risk under amendments proposed by the government to the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill. They could see providers ordered to remove, disable or modify existing products, and establish a scheme requiring certain supplier transactions to be referred for government review. A slew of amendments have also been proposed by lawmakers.UK providers of essential services could be banned from using or installing tech products or services considered a national security risk under proposed changes to upcoming cyber legislation....
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