Review your protective security plans in response to the increase in the national threat level

On 30th April 2026 the Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre (JTAC) raised the UK National Threat Level from SUBSTANTIAL, meaning an attack is likely, to SEVERE, meaning an attack is highly likely.
Keywords: National Threat Level , Threat , Severe , Counter Terrorism Policing , Stakeholders

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Inside Counter Terrorism – podcast season 2 out now

…   •    Episode 1 Clara:  From hostage negotiator to hostile environments    •    Episode 2 Tom: from diffusing bombs in …
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NaCTSO at Security and Policing Conference 2026

… Apply now via the official Security & Policing website to secure your visitor pass.       …
Keywords: Security & Policing , Security , Counter Terrorism Policing , Security and Policing Conference , NaCTSO , NaCTSO Competent Person Scheme , Action Counters Terrorism , Counter Terrorism , JSaRC , NVTMU , VAW , Home Office

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Cinema business leaders unite to champion terrorism preparedness

… are empowered to report suspicious activities and support a secure environment. Find out more about  Action Counters …
Keywords: Business , Risk Management , ACT Awareness , Counter Terrorism , Protect , Preparedness , Training , Action Counters Terrorism , Awareness , Event Management , Event Security

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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? Evidence suggests that it can provoke positive emotional and behavioural responses and deter potential hostiles. 
Keywords: Protective Security , Protective measures , Business , Small business , Vigilance messaging , Security mindedness

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Conflict in the Middle East – What does it mean for UK business?

The conflict between Israel and Hamas has continued to intensify. From a UK policing perspective, we are seeing the impact of this conflict through a number of high profile protests in UK cities and a marked increase in hate crime reporting.
Keywords: Business , Counter Terrorism Policing , ACT Awareness , NPSA , JTAC

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Use communications to keep your events safe this summer

… their concerns, we collectively contribute to creating secure and enjoyable experiences for everyone.  Our full …
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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Coventry University provide an evaluation on the Zones North East Pilot

… to enhance the capacity of various actors to contribute to secure and resilient societies. NaCTSO will carefully … strategies and initiatives, ultimately contributing to more secure and resilient societies.   PDF Name  Description …
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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