Information handling key to cyber resilience

Director of Technology Services says risks must be taken seriously

Government heads have identified the handling of information as a major risk in the world of cyber security.

Director of Government Technology Services Richard Wild says financial and legal risks are managed well on the Island, but procedures need to be in place to ensure personal data is too.

Last week government launched a new cyber security strategy - it's aimed at raising awareness of online dangers, and to ensure the Island's systems are 'resilient'.

Mr Wild says public authorities must start treating risks to information seriously: