How long do the Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications last before you need to renew them?

Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certificates expire after 12 months and will need to be renewed. If you don’t renew, your organisation will be removed from the NCSC’s ‘certified organisations’ list.

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Mitigating Cyber Risks: Why Cyber Essentials Matters More Than Ever

Published on
16 Apr
2026

URM’s blog highlights the growing threat to cyber security in the UK and the importance of the Cyber Essentials scheme in mitigating these risks.

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Cyber Security
Published on
16/4/2026
Cyber Essentials Requirements Update

URM’s blog breaks down the latest changes to the Cyber Essentials requirements and outlines why these updates matter for organisations seeking certification.

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Cyber Security
Published on
16/4/2026
Cyber Essentials Update 2026

URM’s blog breaks down key changes to the Cyber Essentials scheme coming into force on 27 April 2026, including the new Danzell Question Set.

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Cyber Security
Published on
9/4/2026
NHS Cyber Security Open Letter: What Does it Mean for Suppliers?

URM’s blog explains the recent open letter to suppliers issued by the NHS, what it means, why it matters, and the practical steps you can take to prepare.

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