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Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022
Summary
This Act sets new security standards that manufacturers must follow when making internet-connected products, and gives the government tools to improve the UK's broadband and mobile networks. It aims to protect people from cyber attacks while helping Britain's digital infrastructure keep up with modern technology.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means backing stronger security rules for internet-connected devices (like smart speakers and security cameras) so hackers find them harder to break into. It also helps the UK build better 5G and broadband networks, which means faster internet for more people across the country.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics worry that strict security rules might make devices more expensive for shoppers, and that manufacturers could struggle to meet new requirements. Some also raise concerns about government power to inspect networks and whether these rules might stifle innovation in the tech industry.
Cast Your Vote
People's Vote0 votes
0% Support · 00% Oppose · 0
Parliament's Vote443 MPs
37% Ayes · 16363% Noes · 280
Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading24 Nov 2021
- 2nd reading26 Jan 2022
- Committee stage15 Mar 2022
- 1st reading11 May 2022
- 2nd reading11 May 2022
- Report stage25 May 2022
- 3rd reading25 May 2022
Lords
- 1st reading26 May 2022
- 2nd reading6 Jun 2022
- Committee stage21 Jun 2022
- Report stage12 Oct 2022
- 3rd reading19 Oct 2022
Royal Assent6 Dec 2022
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