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<p>The need to tackle cyber crime was identified as a key objective of the Government’s
Cyber Security Strategy, which is underpinned by £860 million of funding over five
years through the National Cyber Security Programme (NCSP).</p><p>We have invested
around 10% of this in improving the capabilities of law enforcement to respond to
cyber crime. The National Cyber Crime Unit in the National Crime Agency has undertaken
high profile operations in the last few months to tackle some of the most serious
cases of malware, responsible for infecting computers and stealing banking and other
information. This work was undertaken in conjunction with our international partners,
to tackle those cyber criminals operating internationally.</p><p>We are also working
to support the public and industry in better protecting themselves from this type
of criminality. The NCSP funds the Cyber Streetwise awareness campaign, which encourages
the public and Small and Medium Enterprises to adopt safer online behaviour.</p><p>The
second phase of the campaign will launch shortly, including a refreshed website with
further advice and support. In December last year, the Government also published a
set of Guiding Principles with Internet Service Providers which agreed minimum standards
for supporting their customers to stay safe online.</p><p>The Government also funds
Action Fraud, the central reporting point for fraud and financially-motivated cyber
crime. This service also provides information on the latest fraud threats, including
phishing emails, and individuals can sign up to be alerted when new threats emerge.</p><p>
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