Cybercrime conference invitation

CHESHIRE police have invited businesses to a free cybercrime conference.

Firms will be able to find out how to protect their company and staff against online threats.

A Cheshire Constabulary spokeswoman said experts from a variety of organisations with specialist knowledge of online security and safety will be delivering presentations.

Topics will include mandate fraud, CEO fraud, ransomware, cyber essentials and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) legislation.

They will also be on hand to talk to those attending to offer extra advice or support.

Detective Sergeant Brian Faint said: “This event is a great opportunity for local business owners in Cheshire to be given the most up to-date information by industry experts to help reduce their chances of becoming a victim of online crime.

“Cyber crime can have a devastating impact on those who fall victim.

“It is vital for businesses to ensure they do all they can to protect both their company and their staff.

“People continue to be affected by this issue and it is more important than ever that local businesses arm themselves with the knowledge they need to reduce their chances of falling foul of online fraudsters.

“We are all reminded to remain security conscious and do everything we can to reduce the risk of being targeted by those intent in causing misery in our communities.”

The free one-day event, which is organised by Cheshire Constabulary’s Economic Crime Unit in conjunction with Get Safe Online, takes place between 9am and 1pm on Friday, March 31, at the force’s headquarters in Winsford.

Register interest in attending at www.eventbrite.co.uk