Subsea Internet Cable Protections
Last Update: 2026-05-29 · Article Count: 2
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2026-05-29
Plan to toughen protections for subsea internet cables: Liz Lloyd's speech at RUSI
Speaking at the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) on Friday 29 May 2026, telecoms minister Liz Lloyd set out plans to consult on tougher fines and prison sentences for those who damage subsea inf…
2026-05-29
Plan to toughen protections for subsea internet cables amid heightened Russian activity
Government to propose tougher fines and prison sentences for those who damage subsea infrastructure essential for UK internet access.