Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill: New Clause 2 - Cyber security support service for SMEs
I beg to move, That the clause be read a Second time.

Clause text:

New Clause 2 - Cyber security support service for SMEs
“(1) The Secretary of State must, by regulations, make provision for the establishment and operation of a cyber security support service for relevant small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for the purposes of improving the security and resilience of their network and information systems.
(2) For the purposes of this section, a relevant SME is one which is—
(a) an operator of an essential service,
(b) a relevant digital service provider,
(c) a relevant managed service provider, or
(d) a critical supplier,
within the meaning of the NIS Regulations.
(3) A support service established under this section must provide—
(a) advice and technical assistance to SMEs following a cyber incident; and
(b) guidance on recovery and remediation.”—(Victoria Collins.)