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Guardians of the Grid: A Cyber Security Meetup

March 23, 2026

12:00 - 13:30

Blackburn with Darwen

The Launchpad, Newground

🛡️ Cyber crime is not just a large corporate issue. It affects businesses of all sizes — and the consequences can be serious.

Join us for an engaging and practical cyber security session delivered in partnership with Lancashire Constabulary, followed by a complimentary lunch and an opportunity to connect with fellow professionals.

📊 Did you know?
Around 70 percent of SMEs that suffer a serious cyber attack go out of business within 12 months.

In just 60 minutes, you will take away simple, practical steps that can significantly reduce your risk and help you stay secure in an increasingly connected world.

 
💻 What You Will Learn
During this session, you will:

• Understand the most common cyber threats facing businesses
• Learn practical, easy to implement security measures
• Discover how to build a strong cyber security culture
• Gain awareness skills to become your own “Human Firewall”
• Ask questions directly to a specialist in cyber crime prevention

This session is designed to be accessible, informative and immediately useful.

 
👮 Delivered By
Dave Suffield, Cyber Crime Protect and Prevent Officer at Lancashire Constabulary.

With policing experience since 1990 across overt and covert roles on national and international security matters, Dave now works within the Cyber Crime Unit supporting businesses to strengthen their cyber resilience and develop their own internal security culture.

 

🎯 Who Can Attend
This workshop is open to businesses based in: Blackburn with Darwen, Burnley, Chorley, Pendle, South Ribble & West Lancashire. 

🔐 Reserve your place today and take proactive steps to protect your business.

Venue address

The Launchpad Newground, The Mall, Blackburn BB2 1LN
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