CPNI Changes Name to National Protective Security Authority: NPSA
The Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) is a UK government agency responsible for providing protective security advice to businesses and organisations that operate in critical national infrastructure sectors. The UK government announced that the CPNI would be renamed as the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA). In this blog, we will explore the reasons behind the name change and what it means for businesses and organisations.
H3: Why the Name Change?
The name change is part of the UK government’s wider protective security strategy and reflects the need for a more coordinated and streamlined approach to protective security. The NPSA will continue to provide the same high-quality protective security advice as the CPNI, but with a broader remit that includes overseeing and coordinating protective security across all sectors.
H3: What Is Protective Security?
Protective security is the measures and processes put in place to protect people, information, and assets from harm or damage. Protective security covers a range of areas, including physical security, cyber security, personnel security, and information security. The aim of protective security is to reduce the risk of harm or damage and to ensure the continuity of operations and services.
H3: What Does This Mean for Businesses and Organisations?
The name change to the NPSA reinforces the importance of protective security across all sectors. Businesses and organisations that operate in critical infrastructure sectors should continue to seek guidance and support from the NPSA to ensure they have robust protective security measures in place. The NPSA provides expert advice on a range of security issues, including threat assessment, security risk management, and protective security planning.
In conclusion, the name change of the CPNI to the NPSA reflects the UK government’s commitment to a more coordinated and streamlined approach to protective security. Businesses and organisations that operate in critical infrastructure sectors should continue to seek guidance and support from the NPSA to ensure they have the necessary protective security measures in place to mitigate the risks posed by threats to their people, information, and assets.
