Damien Harrison

What UK Businesses Can Learn from Cyber Siege: From Russia to Redcar and the £10 Million Ransomware Attack

What UK Businesses Can Learn from Cyber Siege: From Russia to Redcar and the £10 Million Ransomware Attack Cyber Siege: From Russia to Redcar

What UK Businesses Can Learn from Cyber Siege: From Russia to Redcar and the £10 Million Ransomware Attack Published by Bondgate IT | May 2025 As featured in the BBC’s Cyber Siege: From Russia to Redcar Cyber Siege: From Russia to Redcar If you think ransomware can’t happen to your business, think again If you […]

Aviation Cybersecurity Awareness: EASA Part-IS Training

Aviation Cybersecurity Awareness: EASA Part-IS Training EASA-PART-IS

Technology alone isn’t enough: your staff are your frontline defence in aviation cybersecurity. This article details common threats targeting employees, explains EASA Part-IS awareness training requirements, and offers practical methods to build a vigilant, security-aware culture within your aviation organisation.

Cyber Security for SMEs: From the Boardroom to the Frontline

Cyber Security for SMEs: From the Boardroom to the Frontline Cyber Security for SMEs

Cyber Security for SMEs: From the Boardroom to the Frontline Are you confident your SME could recover from a cyber attack? Do your staff know how to recognise phishing emails or secure business data? Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are no longer under the radar. With limited in-house security and growing digital footprints, UK SMEs […]

Aviation Supply Chain Cyber Risk: EASA Part-IS Management

Aviation Supply Chain Cyber Risk: EASA Part-IS Management EASA-PART-IS

Uncover the hidden cyber risks within your aviation supply chain. This article defines supply chain cyber risk, explains EASA Part-IS requirements for third-party security, and provides actionable strategies for managing vendor vulnerabilities and ensuring broader operational safety.

🔒 Cybersecurity Best Practices for Law Firms

🔒 Cybersecurity Best Practices for Law Firms Cyber Security Alert

The recent cybersecurity incident involving the UK’s Legal Aid Agency (LAA) has underscored the critical importance of robust cybersecurity measures within the legal sector. The LAA, responsible for managing legal aid services across England and Wales, reported a security breach where it’s possible that payment information related to legal aid providers may have been accessed by unauthorised parties.

Cyber Essentials 2025: What the New Changes Mean for Your Business

Cyber Essentials 2025: What the New Changes Mean for Your Business Cyber Essentials 2025

Cyber Essentials version 3.2 comes into force on 28 April 2025. If you’re an SME in the North East, you’ll need to meet new requirements around MFA, cloud configuration, remote working and software control. Learn what’s changing and how Bondgate IT can help you stay compliant.

Is Your Law Firm’s IT Costing You More Than You Think? 5 Red Flags Legal Firms in the North East Can’t Afford to Ignore

Is Your Law Firm’s IT Costing You More Than You Think? 5 Red Flags Legal Firms in the North East Can’t Afford to Ignore

Many law firms in the North East unknowingly suffer from slow systems, unpredictable IT costs, and compliance risks. Discover 5 warning signs your firm may need better managed IT support and how Bondgate IT can help.

The Hidden Risk: Why Many IT Providers Can’t Help You with Part-IS

The Hidden Risk: Why Many IT Providers Can’t Help You with Part-IS EASA-PART-IS

Your IT provider may not be equipped for EASA Part-IS compliance. This article exposes the gap between general IT support and specialised aviation cybersecurity, outlining key questions to ask and when to seek a dedicated compliance expert or vCISO.