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This post is an opinion piece by
Connor Greig, Chief Executive Officer, OneClickComply
The UK Government’s latest Policy Statement on the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill represents a defining moment in the nation’s approach to digital safety and resilience. As the Chief Executive of OneClickComply, a company dedicated to supporting organisations in managing risk, security, and compliance with clarity and simplicity, I welcome the ambition and seriousness with which this legislation approaches our collective cyber challenge.
In a climate where threats are growing in both volume and complexity, today’s announcement signals more than just policy evolution – it marks a long-overdue cultural shift. One where resilience and regulation are no longer seen as barriers to business, but as essential enablers of economic growth, public trust, and national security.
Regulation That Reflects Reality
From the expansion of the NIS framework to include Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to the potential inclusion of data centres as Critical National Infrastructure, the Bill recognises the sheer interdependency of today’s digital economy. Our clients, across sectors, rely heavily on third-party IT providers and infrastructure that often operate invisibly but are critical to operational continuity. These reforms ensure that the responsibilities tied to these roles are properly recognised and managed.
The Government’s proposal to designate certain high-impact vendors as ‘Critical Suppliers’ is a much-needed mechanism for identifying and protecting those silent but vital links in the digital supply chain. We’ve seen time and again that cyber threats rarely attack the front door – they exploit the quiet, underprotected backchannels. Regulation that reflects this modern risk environment is both timely and necessary.
A Welcome Shift Toward Proactive Oversight
OneClickComply strongly supports proposals to empower regulators, particularly the ICO, to take a more proactive approach in identifying risk, rather than relying on post-incident investigations. Enhancing incident reporting obligations and providing regulators with the tools to better understand and respond to threats will undoubtedly lead to a stronger and more informed cyber ecosystem.
As a business, we also welcome clarity. The inclusion of technical and methodological requirements, aligned with the NCSC’s Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), is a positive step. It gives regulated entities a clearer benchmark to work towards, rather than operating in a fog of vague obligations.
Balancing Compliance and Commercial Impact
What impresses me most about this proposal is its careful balance between robustness and pragmatism. The introduction of more flexible delegated powers and cost recovery mechanisms for regulators is common sense, allowing the framework to evolve without waiting years for primary legislation. Equally, the proposed exemptions for small digital providers, unless they are deemed critical, recognises the importance of proportionality.
We must ensure these changes do not drown SMEs in bureaucracy or discourage innovation. Resilience and growth must go hand in hand – and OneClickComply stands ready to help organisations navigate this new landscape with minimal friction and maximum clarity.
Looking Ahead
Cyber risk is no longer just an IT issue – it’s a boardroom issue, a public safety issue, and, increasingly, a geopolitical one. The UK is right to respond with decisive, forward-thinking legislation. But regulation alone is not a silver bullet. This must be accompanied by strong industry collaboration, investment in cyber skills, and widespread awareness of risk at every level of the supply chain.
At OneClickComply, we remain committed to being part of the solution – helping organisations of all sizes implement, maintain, and evidence the controls they need to comply, compete, and confidently grow in a digital world.
This Bill is not just a legislative step – it is a statement of intent. And we, as an industry, must now match that intent with action.
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Connor is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of OneClickComply