This is a reminder that attacks can take place anywhere and without warning, therefore we ask all of our partners and stakeholders to remain alert, but not alarmed. The UK threat from terrorism remains at ‘substantial’ meaning an attack is likely. As ever we ask the business community and members of the public to remain vigilant and if they see anything that doesn’t look or feel right to contact the police or report it to security staff.
Instances such as the above highlight the need for regular reviews of an organisation’s readiness and response plans.
Relevant advice and guidance can be found on ProtectUK. This includes the following:
- Run Hide Tell | ProtectUK
- Venues and Public Spaces (VaPS) guidance | ProtectUK [including places of worship]
- ACT Awareness e-Learning | ProtectUK
- Risk Management Process | ProtectUK
- Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW) | ProtectUK
- Crisis response kit checklist | ProtectUK
- Personal security | ProtectUK
NPSA
- Minimising Risk to Pedestrian Queues from VAW - Advice Note.pdf
- Mitigation of Terrorist Threats at Venues during Ingress and Egress | Marauding Terrorist Attacks (MTA) | NPSA
- Marauding Terrorist Attacks (MTA) | Emergency & Incident Management | NPSA
- See, Check and Notify (SCaN) | Public Premises & Events | NPSA
- Evacuation, Invacuation and Lockdown Guidance | Incident Management | NPSA
You can report any suspicious activity by using our quick and confidential online reporting tool, or you can call the Anti-Terrorism Hotline on 0800 789 321. In an emergency, always call 999.
