The move targets current fragmentation in the UK's defense strategy, which splits counter-disinformation tasks across 7 government departments and several task forces. While the government has already offered the center's expertise to Moldova, the entity has no assigned director, budget, headcount or legal basis as of the announcement.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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UK Creates National Centre for Information Defence to Fight Hostile States
Geopolitics27 days ago
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will consolidate security efforts into a single body to stop Russian agencies and other foreign governments from spreading disinformation. The National Centre for Information Defence will integrate intelligence agencies, law enforcement and social media companies to detect and disrupt deepfakes and information operations. Burnham said the government must "stem the poisonous tide" of attacks from hostile states that use fear and untruths to damage British interests.
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