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Reporting a crime or incident

… counter terrorism advice and guidance to ensure protective security measures can be implemented to keep the pubic …

Counting venues

… be in use for purposes unconnected with the election. …   Security and search (Counting venues) Prior to the venue … should be closely controlled and monitored by reception/security staff. Often access to different areas within the …
Keywords: Venues , Election , Security

Six-week Martyn’s Law consultation launched

… and voluntary sector.     The Consultation is Now Live   Security Minister, Tom Tugendhat, said:  “Simple steps save …
Keywords: Martyn's Law , Parliament , Bill , Legislation , Organisation , Counter Terrorism Policing , Protect

Incident procedures

… Remember - If you think it’s suspicious, REPORT IT - to Security, Management or the Police. Now apply the 4Cs ( C … - Consider contingency arrangements for ballot box security under evacuation protocols CONFIRM the item is …
Keywords: Bomb threat , Suspicious Item , HOT principle , Suspicious Behaviour , Terrorist threat

Welcome to ProtectUK

… ProtectUK is a new central hub for counter terrorism and security advice. Whether you’re a business owner, work in security, or are a member of the public, register with … to protect your staff and prepare them? Have a look at the Security section. If there are any specific types of …

Successful Vigilance Campaigns across National Events - The Coronation and Eurovision

… Department for Culture Media and Sport (DCMS) and the Security Industry Authority (SIA) donated space on their …
Keywords: Coronation , EuroVision , Vigilance , Counter Terrorism Policing , Awareness

Gunshot detection systems

… typically displayed on an assigned computer screen within a security control room for investigation and action by a person or integrated security system.   For more information, please visit the …
Keywords: CPNI , Risk Management , Physical Security , National Security , NPSA

Competent Persons Scheme - NaCTSO's Spring 2023 Update

… interested in the Competent Persons Scheme (CPS) at the Security and Policing Event in Farnborough. It is evident … CT Specialists, with the working title of Counter Terrorism Security Specialists Register (CTSSR) The provisions for … It will also provide scope that can enhance general security measures. Some companies may not feel that a …
Keywords: NaCTSO Competent Person Scheme , NaCTSO CPS , Competent Person Scheme , Government , Martyn's Law , Qualification , Course , Business , Security , Preparedness

Threat levels

…  – An attack is likely    The main threats to national security are terrorism, espionage, cyber threats and the … the threat facing us is key to ensuring protective security measures and mitigations are proportionate, … Ireland in Northern Ireland is set separately, by the Security Services. In reaching a judgement on the …
Keywords: Threat Level , Threat , National , National Security , Terrorist threat , Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre , JTAC , UK Threat Level , Security Services , Intelligence

Professionalising our response and coordination following a terror attack

… professional development the National Counter Terrorism Security Office introduced the Protective Security Coordinator Course. This accreditation was made … available to manage the initial response and protective security implications following a terror attack.   What can …
Keywords: Protective Security , Course , incident response , Incident , Training , Decision making , professionals , Counter Terrorism Policing , accreditation