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Second Report - The Security of 5G
Defence Committee
HC 201
Published 8 October 2020
Government response
The Security of 5G: Government Response to the Committee’s Second Report of Session 2019–21 · published 16 Dec 2020
Recommendations & Conclusions
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Recommendation
Accepted in Part
Para 68
The establishment of the Huawei Cyber Security Evaluation Centre has resulted in the UK leading...
Recommendation
The establishment of the Huawei Cyber Security Evaluation Centre has resulted in the UK leading the world in understanding Huawei’s equipment. Despite the planned withdrawal of Huawei from our 5G networks, the Huawei Cyber Security Evaluation Centre should continue to …
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Government Response Summary
The government agrees to maintain HCSEC for Huawei equipment for as long as it remains in UK networks. For other vendors, it will introduce a new security framework via the Telecommunications (Security) Bill and create a national facility for research and testing, but an HCSEC-like model may not be appropriate.
Ministry of Defence
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Recommendation
Accepted in Part
Despite being a longer timeframe than some have called for, the Government’s most recent restrictions...
Recommendation
Despite being a longer timeframe than some have called for, the Government’s most recent restrictions on the use of Huawei in 5G networks will delay the 5G rollout and economically damage the UK and mobile network operators. The UK Government …
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Government Response Summary
The government rejects providing compensation to operators, stating providers are responsible for security costs. However, it will consult on changes to the Electronic Communications Code for easier site access and is progressing initiatives for public sector land access to minimise deployment barriers.
Ministry of Defence
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