
Cyber & AI Preparedness: Building a Secure Public Sector
Wednesday 5 November 2025 | 1:00PM – 2:00PM
AI is transforming public services, but with every new tool comes new risks. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) warns there is a realistic possibility of critical systems becoming more vulnerable to advanced threat actors using AI by 2027.
At the same time, adoption is accelerating: 42% of UK public sector organisations have tested or planned to use AI (Alan Turing Institute), and the UK’s AI ecosystem now includes more than 5,800 companies, an 85% increase since 2022 (UK Government).
The question isn’t if the public sector should adopt AI, but how to do so without opening the door to new vulnerabilities. Join leading voices from government, research, and industry for a fast-paced panel exploring how to build a workforce that is both AI-capable and cyber-resilient.
What we’ll cover:
Confirmed Panelists

Dr Matthew Forshaw
Senior Advisor for Skills
The Alan Turing Institute

Isabel Scavetta
Multi-Award Winning
Cyber & DEI Advocate

James Tumbridge
Chair of the Digital Services Committee
City of London Corporation
Expect expert insights, actionable strategies, and answers to your questions. By the end, you’ll leave with a clearer view of what minimum standards for AI and cyber preparedness look like in the public sector, and how to get there.
