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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Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025: Martyn’s Law since Royal Assent

This week marks one year since Martyn’s Law received Royal Assent.
Keywords: Martyn's Law , Event Security , Counter Terrorism Support , Counter Terrorism , Counter Terrorism Policing , Venues and Public Spaces , Legislation

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Inside Counter Terrorism – podcast season 2 out now

The chart-topping podcast series from Counter Terrorism Policing is back for a second series.
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NaCTSO at Security and Policing Conference 2026

The National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) has confirmed its attendance once again at this year’s Security & Policing Conference, taking place from 10-12 March at Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre.
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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Counter Terrorism Policing launches ACT for Local Authorities at International Security Expo

… simple, accessible methods, vehicles as weapons, homemade explosives, and bladed weapons. Terrorists have targeted a …

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Download the new Martyn's Law Myth Buster

The Home Office is pleased to share additional material about the Act including a one page leaflet and a myth buster.

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See NaCTSO at the National Restaurant, Pub and Bar Show

NaCTSO is exhibiting at the National Restaurant, Pub & Bar Show, Excel London, from 24 to 25 September 2025.

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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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Keeping everyone safe at events

… Hazardous materials Mitigating ‘Fire As a Weapon’ Explosive Detection Dogs – What dogs to choose Physical and personnel security for major …

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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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