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Terrorist use of Firearms

The threat of a terrorist attack by firearm in the UK is not likely, but it is important to understand how the threat of firearms may impact you or your business.
Keywords: Firearms , Threat analysis , Attack Methodology , Threat , Counter Terrorism , Attack , Weapons of Terrorism , Venues and Public Spaces , Guns , Ammunition

Threat from Drones in the UK

A drone is the common term used to describe an un-manned, remotely-controlled or autonomous vehicle. This article is an analytical look into the threat the UK faces from drones.
Keywords: Drones , Threat analysis , Threat , UAV , Weapon , Hostile Reconnaissance , Drone , public spaces , Venues and Public Spaces

Terrorist use of Fire in Attacks

Terrorists can use fire in attacks in a number of different ways. ProtectUK gives an insight into Terrorist use of Fire in Attacks and Fire as a Weapon (FAW).
Keywords: Fire as a weapon , Attack , Attack Methodology , FAW , Arson , Terrorist Attack , Fire , Weapon , Terrorist threat , MTA , Marauding Attack

Terrorist use of Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW)

Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW) is the deliberate use of a vehicle to injure and kill people or damage infrastructure. ProtectUK gives an insight into terrorist use of Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW) attacks.
Keywords: Vehicle as a Weapon , Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , Attack , Attack Methodology , Threat analysis , Ideologies , Threat , VAW , Awareness , Analysis , MTA , Marauding Attack , vehicle security barriers , National vehicle threat mitigation unit

Terrorist Cyber Threat

Cyber attacks against UK businesses take a number of forms and vary significantly in scale and complexity. Hostile attacks against UK cyberspace are considered a Tier 1 national security risk.
Keywords: Threat analysis , Threat , Cyber , Attack Methodology , Cyber attacks , Cyber Security , Phishing , National cyber security , Terrorism and cyber threats , Security online , National Cyber Security Centre

NaCTSO and Evidence-based Policing

Evidence-based policing (EBP) means the best available evidence is used to inform and challenge policing policies, practices and decisions. As the terrorist threat evolves, this important approach ensures that the work NaCTSO undertakes is effective, collaborative and responsive to the problems we face.
Keywords: Research , Evidence , Protective Security , Preparedness

Threat from Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Terrorism

CBRN terrorism is the term used to describe the terrorist use (or threatened use) of Chemical, Biological, Radiological or Nuclear material as a weapon, with the intention to cause harm.
Keywords: CBRN , Threat analysis , Threat , Attack Methodology , Chemical , Biological , Radiological , Nuclear , Counter Terrorism

The Threat from Extreme Right-Wing Terrorism

Extreme Right-Wing Terrorism (ERWT) describes those involved in Extreme Right-Wing activity who use violence in furtherance of their ideology. These ideologies can be broadly characterised as Cultural Nationalism, White Nationalism and White Supremacism.
Keywords: Risk , Threat , Terrorist threat , ERWT , RIGHT-WING , Terrorism , GROUPS , EXTREME , EXTREME RIGHT-WING , THREAT FROM , EXTREME RIGHT-WING TERRORISM , MTA , radicalisation

Unintended Consequences Research: Identifying the Impact of NaCTSO Public-Facing Products and Campaigns

Northumbria University have explored the impact of NaCTSO’s public offerings, including any unintended consequences. With collaboration from: Dr Paul Dresser, Professor Mike Rowe and Dr Jamie Harding.
Keywords: Counter Terrorism Policing , Consequences , Unintended Consequences , Research , Awareness

The Threat from Left-Wing, Anarchist and Single-Issue Terrorism (LASIT)

Left-Wing, Anarchist and Single-Issue Terrorism (LASIT) encompasses a wide range of ideologies. We look at the threat that organisations and individuals face from LASIT.
Keywords: Risk , Threat , Terrorist threat , LASI , LASIT , Left Anarchist and Single Issue Terrorist , Single Issue Terrorist , Incel , Extreme views