Rebooting the UK’s cyber strategy
Think tank: RUSI
Author(s): Jamie MacColl; Joseph Jarnecki
February 3, 2026
This report from UK think tank RUSI outlines six key priorities for the upcoming National Cyber Action Plan.
This paper highlights the urgent need to revamp the UK’s cyber strategy to address systemic vulnerabilities that threaten national security and economic growth.
With cyber attacks costing UK businesses billions annually and high-profile incidents such as the Jaguar Land Rover breach exposing critical weaknesses, a more interventionist approach to cyber security is needed.
Drawing on extensive research and expert interviews, the paper outlines six key priorities for the upcoming National Cyber Action Plan, emphasising the importance of cyber resilience and accountability.