Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 83725

Department for Education: Internet

Tabled: 21 October 2025
Answered: 29 October 2025

Question

Sir John Hayes

Conservative — South Holland and The Deepings

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what measures her Department has in place to run critical services in the event of a major internet outage.

Answer

Josh MacAlister
In preparation for potential major incidents, the department has undertaken Business Impact Assessments across all critical assets. These assessments have informed the development of Business Continuity Plans (BCPs), which outline the procedures and conti...
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