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Advice for security managers during a heightened threat level

… attack planning. Staff briefings will allow your security officers to understand the importance of proactive …
Keywords: Threat , SCAN , Physical Security , Personal Security , Perimeter , Risk Management

Terrorist use of Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW)

… 2020, a 29-year old French resident injured two police officers in Colombes, France, after driving his vehicle at … premeditated and deliberate attack on civilians and police officers near Parliament Square. First, he drove at cyclists waiting at traffic lights; then he drove at police officers who were guarding the side entrance to the Palace …
Keywords: Vehicle as a Weapon , Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , Attack , Attack Methodology , Threat analysis , Ideologies , Threat , VAW , Awareness , Analysis

Security Checklist for Businesses

… staff patrolling in high visibility clothing Security officers should have a visible presence, clearly display …
Keywords: Protective Security , Business Continuity , Incident Management , Risk , Staff

Building better relationships with partners at the International Security Expo

The National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) hosted a stand at the Global Counter Terror & Serious and Organised Crime Summit within the International Security Expo at Olympia in London. The event brought networks together to help us build stronger relationships with partners. Speakers across Counter Terrorism Policing and NaCTSO…
Keywords: Event Security , NaCTSO , Counter Terrorism Policing , International Security Expo 2023 , Threat , Government , Security , Speakers

Man from Cheltenham arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences

… working alongside Counter Terrorism Policing South West and officers from Gloucestershire Constabulary.  The man in … a warrant of further detention has been obtained, allowing officers until Thursday, 16 March to question him. Assistant …

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 reassure your customers? Evidence suggests that it can provoke positive emotional and behavioural responses and deter potential hostiles. 
Keywords: Protective Security , Protective measures , Business , Small business , Vigilance messaging , Security mindedness

Action Counters Terrorism (ACT): Report suspicious activity

… suspicious activity or behaviour, our specially trained officers and police staff will take the details and pass … Police forces across the country have specially trained officers who work alongside other organisations through a … as well as those who work in Publicly Accessible Locations. Officers will still work closely with businesses but …
Keywords: Suspicious Behaviour , Suspicious Item , ACT , Report , Advice

SIA Licence Detection

… are managed and vetted effectively. … SIA investigations officers are currently carrying out inspections across the …
Keywords: SIA , SIA Licence , SIA investigation , licensed premises , Personnel Security , Hiring security

Summer Campaign Digital Toolkit

This summer will see millions of people across the UK enjoying themselves at major events 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 we are collaborating with event organisers and businesses…
Keywords: Summer , Summer Campaign , Digital , Digital assets , Toolkit , Social media , Poster

NaCTSO and Evidence-based Policing

… Critical thinking EBP does not provide definitive answers. Officers, staff and volunteers should reflect on their …
Keywords: PALs Guidance , Research , Evidence , Protective Security , Preparedness