Cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover threatens to hit British economic growth

Experts warn that the cyberattack disrupting Jaguar Land Rover’s operations underscores broader economic risk and gaps in UK cybersecurity regulation, citing delays to the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill and a hands-off policy approach. Intelligence leaders briefed the technology secretary on rising threats, including Chinese targeting of critical infrastructure, while analysts call for stronger legislation, supply chain controls, and a strategic agenda that addresses widespread business disruption beyond a narrow focus on catastrophic events.