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CyberScotland Partnership (CSP) is calling on businesses and organisations across Scotland to get the basics right when it comes to cyber security. Our new organisation/business asset pack focuses on simple, practical steps that strengthen your digital defences – keeping your […]
CyberScotland Partnership launches flagship awareness week for 2026 amid evolving cyber threats Businesses, organisations and community groups in Scotland are being encouraged to host or sign up to an event as part of CyberScotland Week 2026, which will take place […]
Strengthening cyber resilience in Scotland. A new ‘cyber observatory’ to help protect Scotland’s public bodies from online threats will be set up as part of a package of measures to promote the country’s cyber-security. A newly published refreshed Strategic Framework […]
By Karen Meechan, Chair of the CyberScotland Partnership On 5 November, the Scottish Government launched the refreshed Strategic Framework for a Cyber Resilient Scotland, setting a clear direction for building Scotland’s cyber resilience to 2030. The updated strategy focuses on […]
As online shopping becomes ever more convenient, the CyberScotland Partnership (CSP) is urging individuals, families and businesses across Scotland to stay alert to online criminals. Our latest three-month campaign, Secure Shopping, highlights the most common tricks fraudsters use to target […]
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and IASME are running a pilot programme throughout August, offering free 30-minute cyber security sessions for small and medium sized businesses (SMEs). The sessions are a no strings attached opportunity open to SMEs with […]
Karen Meechan, CEO of ScotlandIS takes over the role effective 1 August The CyberScotland Partnership (CSP) has appointed Karen Meechan, CEO of ScotlandIS, as the new Chair of the Partnership, effective 1 August 2025. Karen succeeds Clare El Azebbi, Head […]
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has released a refreshed version of its popular Top Tips for Staff training package, aimed at helping organisations across Scotland stay safe online. Free to access and simple to use, this updated training takes […]
As cyber scams continue to evolve, CyberScotland Partnership is calling on individuals, families and businesses across Scotland to stay alert this summer. Our seasonal campaign, Secure Your Summer, highlights the most common travel-related scams reported to Police Scotland – from […]
Originally posted on Third Force News Alison Brogan, SCVO’s cyber resilience co-ordinator, reflects on how charities are working to become better at preventing and responding to cyber attacks According to SCVO’s Third Sector Tracker, eight out of ten charities said that […]
SCVO’s cyber awareness campaign was created to provide regular hints and tips to share with staff and volunteers, helping them spot cyber risks and take appropriate action to keep organisations safe online. It is important to talk about cyber security […]
A new free cyber training resource designed for students across Scotland has been launched by Graeme Dey MSP, the Scottish Government’s Minister for Higher and Further Education, at the Abertay cyberQuarter. Cyber Resilience and You! is an online training module that teaches […]