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Register to vote Register by 18 June to vote in the General Election on 4 July.
Find out about safety and security requirements that apply to goods entering and exiting the UK.
This report sets out our work over the last 18 months in response to concerns about qualifications used in the private security industry.
Make sure citizens’ rights are protected by integrating privacy as an essential part of your system.
There has been a compromise to an Armed Forces payment network. This page provides guidance for those affected.
Defending your data and information systems.
Guidance on what type of acquisitions outside of the UK are covered by new rules under the National Security and Investment Act.
What we check and how you apply for approval.
Research carried out by BMG Research on behalf of the Security Industry Authority into public trust and confidence in the private security industry and the SIA.
Information on trade sanctions, arms embargoes and trade restrictions, including trade controls, transit controls and restrictions on terrorist organisations.
Notice of final orders made, varied and revoked under the National Security and Investment Act 2021.
The Security Service, MI5, is responsible for protecting the UK against threats to national security. MI5 works with the Home Office is supported by 1 public body .
Manage the finances or property of a missing person, someone kidnapped or taken hostage, or in a foreign prison and not able to communicate. Apply to the High Court to be a guardian. You'll need a guardianship order.
Deputy Prime Minister, Oliver Dowden, publishes updated guidance on the use of powers under the National Security and Investment Act (2021)
Resources to help local authorities secure their connected places ("smart cities") against cyber threats. This is the updated beta release.
Guidance and information about the National Security and Investment Act.
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