Trusted Counter Terrorism and Protective Security Guidance
ProtectUK is the UK's free source of counter terrorism and protective security guidance, training and preparedness resources.
Delivered by the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO), ProtectUK helps organisations understand security risks, improve resilience and keep people safe.
Whether you manage a workplace, public venue, event, place of worship or community space, ProtectUK provides practical advice and learning to support your security and preparedness planning.
Our mission
Our mission is to help organisations and communities improve their understanding of protective security, strengthen preparedness, and reduce vulnerability to terrorism.
Through accessible, evidence-based guidance and training, we enable organisations of all sizes to make informed decisions that protect people, assets and operations.
What we offer
Guidance and Advice
ProtectUK provides free access to the latest counter terrorism and protective security guidance developed by national security and policing experts.
Our resources can help you:
- Understand and assess security risks
- Implement effective protective security measures
- Improve emergency preparedness and incident response
- Strengthen business continuity and organisational resilience
- Protect staff, visitors, customers and the public
Whether you are developing long-term security plans or preparing for emerging threats, ProtectUK provides practical, trusted advice to support your organisation.
Training and Learning
ProtectUK offers a range of interactive learning resources designed to build security awareness and preparedness.
This includes the award-winning ACT Awareness e-Learning, which helps individuals:
- Recognise potential threats
- Understand how to respond during an incident
- Develop the knowledge and confidence to contribute to a safer environment
Create a free account to access training, personalised content and additional platform features.
About National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO)
The National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) is a police-hosted unit within Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters (CTPHQ).
Supporting the Protect and Prepare strands of the Government's CONTEST strategy, NaCTSO provides expert protective security advice through a national network of Counter Terrorism Security Advisors (CTSAs).
NaCTSO is responsible for delivering ProtectUK and improving protective security awareness across:
- Public spaces and venues
- Critical national infrastructure
- Hazardous sites and dangerous substances
- Personal security
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About Home Office
The Home Office is the lead government department for policing, crime, counter-terrorism and public safety.
As a strategic partner in ProtectUK, the Home Office works with NaCTSO and Counter Terrorism Policing to support the delivery of trusted guidance, advice and resources that help organisations prepare for and reduce the risks associated with terrorism.