NPAS helicopter datalink encryption standards
Steps be taken to ensure that the airborne datalink system on every NPAS helicopter observing an incident which involves one of the other emergency services defaults to the National Emergency Service user encryption.
- The government's Phase 1 progress report stated this recommendation is complete, with steps taken to ensure the airborne datalink system on NPAS helicopters meets encryption standards for secure information sharing (Quarterly Thematic Update, MHCLG, February 2025).
How was this evidence gathered?
Response
Accepted in Part
Response
Accepted in PartThe government accepted in principle all Phase 1 recommendations directed at central government. The Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick presented the formal response to Parliament on 21 January 2020, committing to new duties on building owners and managers through the Fire Safety Bill and Building Safety Bill, including requirements for premises information boxes, floor plans, lift inspections, fire door checks, evacuation signage, and fire safety instructions to residents.
Progress Timeline
Completed. Steps have been taken to ensure the airborne datalink system on NPAS helicopters meets encryption standards for secure information sharing.