What happens if you do not pass Cyber Essentials assessment?

If you do not pass and gaps are identified, you are provided with 2 working days to address any gaps (e.g. change any simple issues with your network and policies).

You can then update your answers and the assessor will review your responses. You will not be charged for this reassessment, but if this subsequent application is unsuccessful, you will need to make a fresh application and pay for the whole assessment fee.

The speed of response from our URM Account Manager was stunning, and the speed and helpfulness of our assessor was very impressive.
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NHS Cyber Security Open Letter: What Does it Mean for Suppliers?

Published on
16 Feb
2026

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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Cyber Security
Published on
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Minimising the Impact When a Breach Occurs

URM’s blog explores the importance of cyber resilience & the steps organisations can take to prepare for and mitigate the impact of a cyber incident.

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Cyber Security
Published on
9/1/2026
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URM’s blog explores common weaknesses in organisations’ security programmes, & outlines practical, cost-effective measures to reduce the likelihood of a breach

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Cyber Security
Published on
18/12/2025
Deconstructing the EU Cyber Resilience Act

URM’s blog breaks down the new EU Cyber Resilience Act, what products/entities are in scope, the security requirements it imposes on organisations, and more.

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