On 29 May 2026, telecoms minister Liz Lloyd delivered a speech at the Royal United Services Institute in which she outlined the government’s intention to consult on tougher fines and prison sentences for individuals who damage subsea cables, which are essential to UK internet access. Lloyd described the government’s strategy as built around three pillars: resilience through growth, deterrence, and security. She noted that the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology will review legislation to make it clearer and harder to evade and will consult on new security measures for cable landing stations. The speech also highlighted the government’s commitment to protecting subsea infrastructure from accidental damage and sabotage.
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