UK Quantum Cybersecurity Policy

QCRI Score
8.7
+0.4
Quantum Cyber Resilience Index
SME Adoption
73.5%
+5.2%
Last updated: Mar 20, 2025
UK's Quantum Cybersecurity Readiness
Strengths
  • Strong research institutions
  • Government support
  • Industry partnerships
Opportunities
  • Global leadership potential
  • SME market growth
  • International collaboration
Recent Policy Initiatives
Initiative Status Implementation Date Impact Actions
Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards
National implementation guidelines
Active Mar 15, 2025 High
SME Quantum Readiness Program
Financial support framework
Pending Q2 2025 Medium
Parliamentary Policy Blueprints
Policy Area Key Provisions Timeline Status Actions
Quantum Infrastructure Security
National security framework
  • Encryption standards
  • Security protocols
 Q1 2025 Under Review
Industry Compliance
Private sector guidelines
  • Compliance metrics
  • Reporting requirements
 Q2 2025 Drafting
Legislative Progress
First Reading
Completed
Committee Stage
In Progress
Implementation Guidelines
Technical Requirements
Infrastructure Setup

Quantum-safe network architecture requirements

Security Protocols

Encryption and key management standards

Compliance Steps
Documentation

Required compliance documentation

Audit Procedures

Regular assessment guidelines