Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 82327
Electronic Government: Security
Tabled: 15 October 2025
Answered: 29 October 2025
Question
Mike Wood
Conservative — Kingswinford and South Staffordshire
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the security of A2P messaging used for two-factor authentication by gov.uk websites.
Answer
Ian MurraySecurity is a key priority for all government services, alongside accessibility and inclusion (i.e. points 4, 5 and 9 of the Service Standard). There isn't a cross-government standard or mandate, as use of A2P depends on the particular needs and user base...
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