Cybersecurity Regulation for public sector in Government Gazette
Publication of this ministerial regulation is the final step before the Cbw takes effect on 15 August. It applies to all government organisations subject to the act.
NCSC providing temporary CSIRT support
On 15 August, the Cbw enters into force. The NCSC will provide CSIRT services to municipalities and joint municipal arrangements, at least through the end of 2026.
Dutch Senate approves cyber laws set to take effect this summer
On 7 July, the Dutch Senate approved the 'Cbw' (implementing the EU's NIS2 Directive) and the 'Wwke' (the CER Directive). The laws will take effect on 15 August 2026.
Proposal for cyber legislation submitted to Dutch Senate
On Tuesday, 7 July, Dutch Senate members will vote on the Cyberbeveiligingswet (Cbw), the Dutch implementation of NIS2, and the Wwke, which implements the EU's CER.
House of Representatives approves Cbw and Wwke
With the adoption of these legislative proposals, the Netherlands takes a vital step in strengthening both digital and physical resilience against growing threats.
Online consultation launched on new cybersecurity rules
Citizens, entrepreneurs and government organisations can all respond to a ministerial consultation on new rules for the Government Sector Cybersecurity Regulation.
Information brochure on the Dutch implementation of NIS2
The Dutch government has published a new brochure about the Cyberbeveiligingswet (Cbw). It outlines organisations' rights and upcoming obligations under NIS2.
New cybersecurity bills submitted to House of Representatives
These new laws transpose the European NIS2 and CER directives into national legislation. The aim is to strengthen EU member states' resilience against cyber threats.
VNG supports local authorities with Dutch NIS2 implementation
How can local authorities successfully implement the NIS2 Directive through the Dutch Cyberbeveiligingswet? The VNG provides tips for mayors and councillors.
Participate: NIS2 and CER Implementation Consultation
Contribute to the online public consultation for the Dutch Cybersecurity and Critical Entities Resilience acts. The consultation period is open from 21 May to 2 July 2024.
NIS2 measures: optional and mandatory provisions
A mapping of NIS2 measures for the security standard NEN-EN-ISO/IEC 27002 (nl) has been published. It was developed by BZK, in collaboration with the IBO core.
Self-assessment: Is your organisation affected by NIS2?
Developed by the Dutch Authority for Digital Infrastructure (RDI), this tool enables organisations to ascertain their obligations under the NIS2 Directive.
