December 2026 Is Closer Than You Think: What the UK's Defence Cyber Directive Means for Your Organisation
The UK’s Ministry of Defence has sent a clear message to organisations within the Defence supply chain. By 31 December 2026, all Defence industry partners are expected to achieve Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) Level 0, including Cyber Essentials for all applicable business-critical systems within scope. This represents a significant step in strengthening cyber resilience across the Defence ecosystem and raising the baseline for cyber security throughout the UK’s supply chain.