National Risk Register 2023 is published

… attacks, and preparing to better respond, reducing the impact.  The NRR contains 89 threats that have been identified as having the potential to significantly impact the UK's safety, security, or critical systems at a … scenarios, assumptions, and response capabilities necessary for effectively planning to protect against and prepare for …
Keywords: Risk , National Risk Register , Cabinet Office , Government , Risk Register , National Threat Level , Threat , NRR

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Use communications to keep your events safe this summer

… during summer events. By promoting a shared responsibility for safety, we encourage community resilience and normalise coming forward and sharing concerns with staff and security. … contribute to creating secure and enjoyable experiences for everyone.  Our full list of available resources can be …
Keywords: Vigilance , Summer Vigilance , Summer Campaign , Enhanced Protective Security , Deter Threats , Targeted Messaging , Proactive Engagement , Foster Safety , Resilience , Secure Environments , Summer events

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The impact and unintended consequences of NaCTSO products and campaigns

… essential part of keeping the UK safe from terrorism. Our Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) suite of products, including our award-winning ACT e-Learning, provide the public with the knowledge they … (R&PDU) in the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) have been dedicated to the exploration of this topic …
Keywords: Evidence-based policing , Research , Evidence , Protective security , publicly accessible locations , Preparedness , EVIL DONE , Situational Crime Prevention , Academia , Terrorist targeting , ACT training products , ACT Awareness , First Aid , SCAN , Martyn's Law , Counter Terrorism , campaign

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Coventry University provide an evaluation on the Zones North East Pilot

… security and preparedness ways of working with over 30 Local Authorities and public bodies in the North East. … request of the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO ), the outcome of this 12-month pilot has been … independently assessed by Coventry University's Institute for Peace and Security (IPS) and in a report below. IPS is a …
Keywords: Counter Terrorism Support , National Counter Terrorism Security Office , Coventry University , Institute for Peace and Security , Protective Security , Preparedness , Secure societies , Resilient societies , Pilot program , NaCTSO update , North East Pilot , NE Pilot , Zones North East Pilot

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Martyn’s Law Update - Government publish legislation draft

… draft law will ensure that the UK will be better prepared for, and protected from, terrorist attacks. … scrutiny by the Home Affairs Select Committee, ahead of formal introduction. In December 2022, the government … depending on the capacity of the premises or event and the activity taking place, to prevent unnecessary burden to …
Keywords: Protect Duty , Martyn's Law , Legislation , Law , Protective Security , Home Office , Parliament , Government , Counter Terrorism , Martyn Hett , Homeland Security Group

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The Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Consort

… the Coronation Weekend, there were further opportunities for people to come together in celebration of the historic … and join the work being undertaken to support their local areas. To encourage vigilance throughout the … defeat terrorism by reporting any suspicious behaviour or activity. By having more eyes and ears available, we can …
Keywords: Coronation , King Charles III , King Charles III Coronation , London , Public events , Buckingham Palace , Events , Event Security , Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , King and The Queen Consort

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Always trust your instincts: Report suspicious behaviour and save lives

… the important part business can play in stopping terrorist activity early. … to terrorism, trust your instincts and report it. Your actions could save lives.   Report Suspicious Behaviour  You can report suspicious behaviour or activity online here . ProtectUK offers free ACT Awareness …
Keywords: Report , Suspicious Behaviour , ACT , Trust your instincts

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The relevance of EVIL DONE to the current UK threat landscape

… terrorist targeting is an essential part of our efforts to protect the public and prepare against the threats …  ‘EVIL DONE’ framework To further explore this area, NaCTSO commissioned Coventry University to investigate … the Terrorists, which presented a systematic approach for reducing opportunities for terrorism. Using established …
Keywords: Evidence-based policing , Research , Evidence , Protective security , Venues and Public Spaces , Preparedness , EVIL DONE , Situational Crime Prevention , Academia , Terrorist targeting

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Purple Guide for the Events industry

… Security Office has worked closely with The Events Industry Forum on the Purple Guide, offering considerations and … Information for event staff …   This chapter within the purple guide helps practitioners to get a further understanding of counter … the threat levels, threat types and considerations for event staff to take.  Head of NaCTSO, Adam Thomson …
Keywords: The Purple Guide , Security , Advice , Threat , Risk

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Councillors’ Guide to handling harassment, abuse and intimidation

… Whilst this guidance relates to local councillors and local authority personnel, we have … on behalf of councils and where their representatives perform public facing duties and interact with individuals from all backgrounds. … Local Government Association guidance …
Keywords: Councillor , Personal Security , Protective Security , Security measures , Venues and Public Spaces , Local Authorities , ACT for Local Authorities

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