Outdated IT systems threaten UK food security and air quality, say MPs
by Helena Horton Environment reporter from Technology | The Guardian on (#6BK82)
Some systems at Defra are so old they have no protection from cyber-attacks, says public accounts committee
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Food security and air quality in the UK are being put at risk by outdated IT systems at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), a parliamentary committee has found.
MPs have said the situation cannot continue" as officials are having to use paper forms rather than digital systems to track fast-moving animal disease and keep food, air and water safe.
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