Small Business Cyber Security & Data Protection for UK SME

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With the explosion of cloud computing and general internet online activity (think social media) small businesses need to assess their security from business and compliance perspectives. Small and medium sized organisations in the UK need to be extra vigilant about cyber security given the increased regulations applicable to personal data and data security. Check out The National Cyber Security Center SME site discussing cybersecurity together with links to numerous resources as well as Cyber security: what small businesses need to know. The UK government maintains a general cybersecurity site providing links to guidance, research, and news among other items of interest that discuss cyber risks and protection measures. The ICO site has information and guidance (general and detailed) on cybersecurity that briefly discusses data security and your obligations under statutory and regulatory regimes. Also, the ICO has a small business hub with links to guidance and information on data protection requirements and obligations. Check out the UK Government's general site on Data Protection as well for a guide and further information on compliance as well as their site entitled "Data protection and your business" providing further details and resources for your UK SME together with its site on the Data Protection Act 2018 generally. www.erskine-law.com
Daniel H. Erskine, a New York and Connecticut admitted attorney and solicitor of England and Wales, represents U.S. individuals, companies, joint ventures, foreign businesses, and foreign nationals on complex legal matters under U.S. and U.K. law. ATTORNEY ADVERTISING ADVERTISING MATERIAL

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