Hampshire cyber-crime event to offer support and advice
A free conference offering help and advice is being planned
UK businesses face a £440m annual threat from cybercrime, with most of them unprepared for an online attack, but now Hampshire businesses are being offered free preventative support.
In response to the devastating financial and reputational damage that cybercrime can cause, a ‘Cyber Resilience for Business’ event will take place in November.
The Police Commissioner’s free event (pre-registration for tickets is required), will be held on Friday 21st November and will give business owners and leaders direct access to cybersecurity specialists and real-world case studies.
Risks
PCC Donna Jones said: “This is no longer a niche IT issue, it’s a business survival issue. Every business, regardless of size or sector, needs to understand the risks and how to defend against them.
“Defence against these types of cyberattack is now a vitally important part of running and protecting a business.
“I hope many business owners and decision-makers will take advantage of this unique opportunity, so they can gain the knowledge and ability to ensure they do not suffer from the impact we know this crime causes.”
The event, on Friday 21st November, is designed to help organisations reduce the risk of falling victim to cyberattacks and is part of the PCC’s commitment to helping all members of the local business community protect their businesses and customers.
The South East Cyber Resilience Centre (SECRC) reported that in the last 13 months local organisations suffered from:
63 cybercrime attacks
769 fraud cases
£7.6 million in reported losses
Business owners and decision-makers are encouraged to register now for this event, due to limited availability.
Event Details:
🗓️ Date: Friday 21 November 2025
📍 Location: Hampshire Constabulary, Hamble Lane, Southampton SO31 4TS
💷 Cost: Free to attend