Counter Terrorism Policing launches campaign to keep the public safe this summer

… such as music festivals, sporting events, bank holidays and Pride.     Unfortunately, we know that these events and venues could be attractive targets for terrorist activity.  That’s why Counter Terrorism Policing is collaborating with event organisers … Counter Terrorism Policing launches campaign to keep the public safe …
Keywords: Summer Campaign , Digital assets , Counter Terrorism , Toolkit , Public events , Event safety

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Competent Person in the Workplace awarding Organisation partner announced

… for NaCTSO-endorsed, CT-specific protective security and preparedness training will be able to enrol employees on … with our Awarding Organisation partner, SFJ Awards (SFJA) and is due to open to learners by early 2026. Work is now … to help organisations design and develop suitable counter terrorism protective security and preparedness plans and …
Keywords: Competent Person in the Workplace , NaCTSO Competent Person Scheme , Competent Person Scheme , CPIW

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Landmark anti-terror legislation gains Royal Assent

… Premises and events will be better prepared to respond to attacks as landmark legislation known as Martyn’s Law gained Royal Assent and became law today (Thursday 3 April). … The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 will require … or more individuals may be present, to be better prepared and have plans in place to keep people safe in the event of …

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HVM considerations for temporary Vehicle Security Barriers

… NaCTSO and the NPSA have released guidance to support local authorities, event organisers, and similar end-user groups in using temporary Vehicle … The guidance, written by the National Counter Terrorism Security Office, National Protective Security Authority, government and policing leads for Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) …
Keywords: Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , HOSTILE VEHICLE , NPSA , Counter Terrorism Policing , Mitigation , vehicle security barriers , NaCTSO

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Security professionals urged to tackle threat from state actors

… Security professionals are urged to remain vigilant and question who their clients are to ensure they are not … offering their specialist services to remain vigilant and question who their clients are – in order to ensure they … only after taking on work. They should report to Counter Terrorism Policing in confidence on their Anti-Terrorism …
Keywords: Vigilance , Foreign actors , Security Professional , State actors

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Keeping everyone safe at events

… There’s a wealth of advice available to event organisers and security staff to ensure that everyone can enjoy … If you’re heading to a concert or an event and think something isn’t right, you can raise your concerns … for leaders and security managers Recognising Terrorist Threats Run Hide Tell – What to do in a terrorist attack …

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Public Safety Advice

… safety advice that’s available on ProtectUK for businesses and the public which is applicable whenever people need … Even when events are violent crime, disorder and criminal damage, rather than terrorism offences, the following advice is potentially …

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Proscription of the Terrorgram collective

… is an online network of neo-fascist terrorists who produce and disseminate violent propaganda to encourage those who … the government’s commitment to tackle Extreme Right-Wing terrorism and online radicalisation in all forms. It also … time it has been used in this way. Whilst Islamist-inspired terrorism continues to represent the greatest terrorist …

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4 easy ways to reassure your customers that safety is a top priority

… Communicating protective security measures can act as a free and highly effective layer of security, but will it scare or … Evidence suggests that it can provoke positive emotional and behavioural responses and deter potential hostiles.  … safer whilst onsite 3 . Polling conducted by Counter Terrorism Policing found that exposure to security campaign …
Keywords: Protective Security , Protective measures , Business , Small business , Vigilance messaging , Security mindedness

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Professionalising our response and coordination following a terror attack

… To ensure our response and coordination across policing and with our partners is the best it can be in the event of a terror attack, we are continually learning and refining our skills. … internal professional development the National Counter Terrorism Security Office introduced the Protective Security …
Keywords: Protective Security , Course , incident response , Incident , Training , Decision making , professionals , Counter Terrorism Policing , accreditation

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