UK proposes up to 14 years in prison for intentional damage to critical undersea energy and telecoms infrastructure

Published Oct. 22, the UK government’s White Paper proposes prison sentences of up to 14 years for intentionally damaging critical undersea energy or telecoms infrastructure. The Register reports that reckless or negligent damage could bring unlimited fines. The government also wants security duties for subsea telecoms providers and power to direct subsea telecoms cable infrastructure and repair providers. A 12-week consultation is underway; the measures are not yet law.