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Cyber Extortion and Ransomware (Reporting) Bill

Companies over £25m turnover must tell the government about ransomware attacks and ransom payments within 72 hours or face fines.

A Bill to require a company that meets specified criteria to report any cyber extortion or ransomware attack on the company to the Government within a specified time after the attack; to make provision about the content of such reports, including a requirement to provide information about any payments made; and for connected purposes.

Status: In Progress

Current House: Commons

Stage: 1st reading

Sponsored by: Bradley Thomas

Introduced: 2025-10-21