techUK is hosting monthly online collaboration sessions for telecoms providers undertaking compliance activities for the Telecoms Security Act (TSA).
These sessions create a trusted space for all PECN/PECS providers across all tiers to engage openly, share experiences, and work through challenges together.
Whether you’re looking for insights from peers, keen to share successful approaches, or hoping to pass on lessons learned, these sessions are designed to support collective understanding and strengthen security practices across the sector.
All sessions will operate under TLP:AMBER, and participation is open to all providers—you do not need to be a techUK member to attend.
About the Telecoms Security Act
The Telecoms Security Act 2021 introduced a strengthened security framework for public telecommunications providers, coming into force on 1 October 2022. The framework comprises three key layers:
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The Act – Amends the Electronic Communications Act 2003, placing enhanced security duties on providers and giving government powers to designate high-risk vendors and impose controls on their use.
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Security Regulations (2022) – Define mandatory security measures for all new in-scope networks and services from 1 October 2022.
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Code of Practice (2022) – Provides detailed technical guidance to support compliance with both the Act and the Regulations, effective from 1 December 2022.
Our 2026 meetings are also likely to discuss the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, as introduced to Parliament in November 2025, and the ongoing standardisation of Privileged Access Workstations (PAWs).
Important Notice
To protect participant privacy and maintain the integrity of the discussion, AI note-taking, transcription tools, or recording bots are not permitted unless explicitly approved by the event organisers in advance. Unauthorised AI tools may be removed without notice. Thank you for helping us maintain a secure and respectful environment.
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Meet the team
Sophie Greaves
Associate Director, Digital Infrastructure, techUK
Sophie Greaves is Associate Director for Digital Infrastructure at techUK, overseeing the Communications Infrastructure and Services Programme at techUK, and the UK Spectrum Policy Forum.
Sophie was promoted to Head having been Programme Manager for Communications Infrastructure and Services, leading techUK's telecoms activities, engagement and policy development. Previously, Sophie was Programme Assistant across a variety of areas including the Broadband Stakeholder Group, Central Government, Financial Services and Communications Infrastructure programmes.
Prior to joining techUK, Sophie completed a masters in Film Studies at University College London; her dissertation examined US telecoms policy relating to net neutrality and content distribution.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 0207 331 2038
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiegreaves/
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Tales Gaspar
Programme Manager, UK SPF and Satellite, techUK
Tales has a background in law and economics, with previous experience in the regulation of new technologies and infrastructure.
In the UK and Europe, he offered consultancy on intellectual property rights of cellular and IoT technologies and on the regulatory procedures at the ITU as a Global Fellow at the European Space Policy Institute (ESPI).
Tales has an LL.M in Law and Business by the Getulio Vargas Foundation (FGV) and an MSc in Regulation at the London School of Economics, with a specialization in Government and Law.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- +44 (0) 0207 331 2000
- Website:
- www.techUK.org
- LinkedIn:
- www.linkedin.com/in/talesngaspar
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Josh Turpin
Programme Manager, Telecoms and Net Zero, techUK
Josh joined techUK as a Programme Manager for Telecoms and Net Zero in August 2024.
In this role, working jointly across the techUK Telecoms and Climate Programmes, Josh is responsible for leading on telecoms infrastructure deployment and uptake and supporting innovation opportunities, as well as looking at how the tech sector can be further utilised in the UK’s decarbonisation efforts.
Prior to joining techUK, Josh’s background was in public affairs and communications, working for organisations across a diverse portfolio of sectors including defence, telecoms and infrastructure; aiding clients through stakeholder engagement, crisis communications, media outreach as well as secretariat duties.
Outside of work, Josh has a keen interest in music, painting and sailing.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 020 7331 2038
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-turpin/
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