Annual data release shows the number of officers in cyber functions increased by more than 50

Ministry claims programme will help Armed Forces and industry

Think tank cites growing cyberthreats and a lack of incentives for policymakers to develop technical skills

Those attending appointments in Croydon or Solihull may be able to use automated checks

London’s Guys and St Thomas’ has cancelled some appointments and asked patients to bring letters to others to ensure they can be processed

London force claims success from use of controversial technology, which was accompanied by public information effort – as well as protestors

New Hermes platform is intended to provide a ‘modular, scalable solution’

Eight roles on offer to boost technical ranks

ICO reveals findings of year-long investigation

Parliamentary committee had called for more transparency and data of mysterious team

Department recently received spending review settlement to invest in automation

Regulator and cyber intelligence agency write joint letter seeking engagement with trade body for solicitors

Specialist firm has previously provided similar services for outgoing Verify service

Government is considering ‘transition options’ ahead of planned closure of programme for vaccination certification

Scottish bodies flag up uses of facial recognition and in English and Welsh institutions

Updated manual advises that drivers can ‘turn their attention from the road’ and watch in-car entertainment – but must always be ready to retake control of the vehicle

Former cabinet secretary Mark Sedwill has landed a non-executive role at BAE Systems

New measures prohibit supply of any tech used for ‘internal repression’

From next school year, organisations will be able to benefit from monitoring and help with costs

Government-backed hub aims to create jobs and improve resilience

Scottish Government supports scheme to fund firms’ investment in connected technologies