Public Accounts Committee

Defra's 'outdated' IT systems raise ASF concerns - NPA

Agri-Business

Defra's 'outdated' IT systems raise ASF concerns - NPA

The recent PAC report that showed Defra's IT systems to be "outdated" has sparked fresh concerns about African Swine Fever (ASF).

Defra 'taking steps' to enhance cybersecurity

Government

Defra 'taking steps' to enhance cybersecurity

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has said it is "taking steps" to protect its IT systems against threats and to enhance its cybersecurity.

Defra's IT systems 'outdated and difficult to use' - PAC report

Government

Defra's IT systems 'outdated and difficult to use' - PAC report

A report by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has determined that the IT systems used by the...

Defra is leaving the UK 'vulnerable' to animal disease outbreaks - report

Agri Politics

Defra is leaving the UK 'vulnerable' to animal disease outbreaks - report

The Public Accounts Committee has accused Defra of leaving the UK "vulnerable to a major breakdown" of animal disease prevention measures.