One email shut down a council.
Could your business survive that?
As featured in the BBC's Cyber Siege: From Russia to Redcar
Discover the risks hidden in plain sight, and how to protect your business.
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What really happened at Redcar Council?
In 2020, Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council was hit by a ransomware attack.
The result?
❌135,000 residents lost access to services
❌Elderly care and bin collection failed
❌Council tax systems went down
❌Recovery took 10 months and cost over £10 million
Bondgate IT’s Managing Director, Garry Brown, appeared in the BBC documentary Cyber Siege: From Russia to Redcar to explain how it happened and why it could happen to anyone.
Cyber Resilience Checklist
Can you confidently answer yes to the following?
Can your team spot a phishing email?
Are your backups safe from ransomware?
Do you know what your insurer covers?
Could your business recover in hours, not months?
Have you ever tested your incident response plan?
Cybersecurity is no longer an IT task
It’s a board-level issue. A culture-wide issue. A brand protection issue.
Cyber risk isn’t just about systems it’s about reputation, continuity, and trust.
And while headlines often focus on sophisticated attackers, most real-world breaches begin with something much simpler: a single click on a phishing email.
The biggest threat to your business isn't always a zero-day exploit it's the everyday actions your team takes without realising the risk.
That’s why cyber resilience isn’t just about technology. It’s about awareness, preparation, and leadership.
At Bondgate IT, we help SMEs, councils, and education providers move from reactive firefighting to proactive resilience. From boardroom guidance and incident response plans to user training and technical hardening, we help you create a security-first culture across your organisation one that protects people, systems, and reputation alike.
If cybersecurity still sits only with your IT department, it's time to raise the conversation.
About Bondgate IT
Bondgate IT is a trusted cybersecurity and IT strategy partner based in Darlington, serving clients across the UK.
We work closely with small and medium-sized businesses, local authorities, and education providers to help them prepare, protect, and respond to evolving cyber threats.
Our approach is simple:
We combine deep technical expertise with practical, business-focused advice. Whether you're improving your phishing defences, seeking Cyber Essentials certification, or planning your long-term cyber resilience strategy, we support you every step of the way.
We believe that cybersecurity is not just a technical issue it’s a people issue. That’s why our services are built to empower your team, inform your leadership, and strengthen your operational resilience.
✅ Strategic IT and cybersecurity consultancy tailored to your risk profile
✅ Trusted by public and private sector organisations across the UK
✅ As featured in the BBC documentary Cyber Siege: From Russia to Redcar
When it comes to cyber risk, being prepared is everything.
We’re here to help you get ahead of the next attack before it becomes a crisis.
Why choose Bondgate IT?
Experienced in frontline ransomware readiness and recovery
Bondgate IT has hands-on experience supporting organisations during and after ransomware incidents, working directly with key UK infrastructure providers to recover critical systems under pressure.
Our team has led recovery operations that restored functionality within tight timeframes, helping minimise downtime and protect essential services.
From forensic containment and secure data restoration to strengthening post-incident resilience, we’ve helped clients bounce back quickly and come back stronger.
Strategic IT and cybersecurity consultancy tailored to your risk profile
Our consultancy approach is built around your specific risks, not generic checklists.
We take time to understand your operations, data flows, and internal capabilities, then develop an IT and cybersecurity strategy that fits your business goals and compliance needs.
Whether you're an SME navigating digital growth or a public sector organisation managing legacy systems, we deliver pragmatic, actionable guidance.
From risk assessments and roadmap planning to board-level reporting and incident simulation, we help you make informed decisions that strengthen your security posture without unnecessary complexity.
Trusted by public and private sector organisations across the UK
We’re trusted by public and private sector organisations across the UK to deliver robust, compliant, and dependable IT and cybersecurity services.
Our clients operate in highly regulated and mission-critical environments, including the NHS, local government, legal and financial services, maritime and offshore operations, and advanced manufacturing.
We understand the pressures of governance, risk, and compliance and we work with internal teams to ensure systems not only meet regulatory requirements but are resilient in the face of real-world threats.
Our track record includes supporting frontline services and securing data across sectors where trust, uptime, and accountability are non-negotiable.
Bondgate IT: As featured in the BBC documentary Cyber Siege: From Russia to Redcar
Bondgate IT | Cyber Security & IT Strategy for SMEs and Public Services
As seen on BBC One – Cyber Siege: From Russia to Redcar