The education sector is a prime target for cybercrime, with institutions storing vast amounts of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Health Information (PHI). When a cybersecurity incident occurs, timely and accurate detection, review, and mitigation are critical to minimize legal, financial, and reputational risks. 

Companies House have announced that individuals should be able to voluntarily verify their identity from 8 April 2025.  They have also published guidance on the verification process.

The Scottish Visitor Levy, commonly referred to as the "tourist tax", is set to be implemented in Edinburgh on 24 July 2026. With two-thirds of local councils in Scotland now considering a similar levy for overnight stays as a result of the enactment of the Visitor Levy (Scotland Act) 2024, highlighted in our prior article on this topic.