Finally!
> [UK] Public sector bodies and operators of critical national infrastructure, including the NHS, local councils and schools [are to] be banned from paying ransom demands to criminals
and
> businesses not covered by the ban would be required to notify the government of any intent to pay a ransom
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-to-lead-crackdown-on-cyber-criminals-with-ransomware-measures