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

… This summer will see millions of people across the UK enjoying themselves at major events such as music festivals, sporting events, bank … way of using communications as an extra layer of protective security at no extra cost.    The toolkit includes free … Counter Terrorism Policing launches campaign to keep the public safe this summer …
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

… looking for NaCTSO-endorsed, CT-specific protective security and preparedness training will be able to enrol … Competent Person in the Workplace (CPIW) … This qualification has the working title of the Competent Person in the Workplace … design and develop suitable counter terrorism protective security and preparedness plans and mitigations. The …
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 … The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 will require … prepared and have plans in place to keep people safe in the event of an attack.  Larger premises and events where 800 or … this Act delivers a manifesto commitment to strengthen the security of public events and venues. Read the Martyn’s Law …

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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 Security Barriers (VSBs) as part of a Hostile Vehicle … The guidance, written by the National Counter Terrorism Security Office, National Protective Security Authority, …
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 carrying out damaging activity against the UK. … The Security Minister is urging security professionals offering … Security professionals urged to tackle threat from state …
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 … think something isn’t right, you can raise your concerns on the ACT website act.campaign.gov.uk If you are a steward or … Making your site and event safe - guidance for leaders and security managers Recognising Terrorist Threats Run Hide …

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Public Safety Advice

… There’s a range of safety advice that’s available on ProtectUK for businesses and the public which is applicable whenever people need … events are violent crime, disorder and criminal damage, rather than terrorism offences, the following advice is … are applicable to disorder. National Counter Terrorism Security Office advice about physical security measures and …

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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 reassure your customers? … communicate your reporting procedures  Research focused on the rail environment has indicated that members of the …
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

… 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 … Protective Security Coordinator Course … As part of our ongoing internal professional development the National Counter Terrorism Security Office introduced …
Keywords: Protective Security , Course , incident response , Incident , Training , Decision making , professionals , Counter Terrorism Policing , accreditation

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Stay safe at home, at work, on the move and online

… Personal security and safety is extremely important, whether you’re at home, at work, on the move or online. The Blue Book, our guide to personal … Personal security at home and away … In today's world, there are many potential threats, from criminals to … each person to take responsibility for their own personal security.  While we can't predict or control everything that …
Keywords: Run Hide Tell , Abroad , Security online , Security at home , Personal Security , Social media , Cyber , Cyber Security , Online safety , Security at work

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