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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Understanding Defence Cyber Certification (DCC)

Published on
29 May
2026

URM’s blog explains how the DCC works, who needs it, the benefits of certification, with clear guidance on how to approach compliance and avoid common mistakes.

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Cyber Security
Published on
22/5/2026
Cyber Security and the Board: The UK Cyber Resilience Pledge in Focus

URM’s blog explains the purpose, structure and content of the Government’s new Cyber Resilience Pledge, and what it means for organisations across the UK.

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Cyber Security
Published on
16/4/2026
Mitigating Cyber Risks: Why Cyber Essentials Matters More Than Ever

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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