Primary Care Cybersecurity Pilot – Get Involved
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NHS England is inviting general practice, community pharmacy, optometry, and dental providers to join a new pilot to strengthen cyber resilience across primary care.
Backed by the National Cyber Security Centre’s Small Business Guide, this programme offers free access to tailored tools, practical resources, and expert advice.
Why join? Participating organisations will help shape future national support and benefit from:
- Boosted staff confidence in spotting and reporting cyber threats
- Access to free NCSC resources for small organisations
- Peer support and collaboration
- Real improvements in cyber hygiene
- Direct links to expert guidance and local cyber networks
Want to take part? Send your Expression of Interest to chan.maher@nhs.net by 8 August 2025, including:
- Organisation name
- ODS code(s)
- Primary contact name and email
- Confirmation you’re happy to participate
What happens next? A small cohort will be selected to join the pilot from September. Future phases will expand the offer more widely.
Questions? Get in touch via chan.maher@nhs.net