Cyber Officer
Merton Council's cyber attack risk increased to red in November 2025, highlighting the ongoing need for cybersecurity measures.
Merton Council's cyber attack risk increased to red in November 2025, according to the Key Strategic Risk Register reviewed by the Governance Standards and Audit Committee. This rise from amber was attributed to an increase in cyber incidents targeting system disruption and third-party supply chains.
The council's Governance Standards and Audit Committee reviewed the register on 13 November 2025, which included seven entries categorised as red, indicating a high priority for management and mitigation. The Cyber Officer role is responsible for implementing and maintaining cybersecurity measures for the council.
Key facts
- Merton Council's cyber attack risk increased to red in November 2025. Source
- The Governance Standards and Audit Committee reviewed the Key Strategic Risk Register on 13 November 2025. Source
- The risk rose from amber to red. Source
- The increased risk is attributed to a rise in cyber incidents targeting system disruption and third-party supply chains. Source
- The Key Strategic Risks Register Q1 2025-26 included seven entries categorised as red. Source
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