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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 … The following statement was provided yesterday by Head of Counter Terrorism Policing, Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor …
Keywords: National Threat Level , Threat , Severe , Counter Terrorism Policing , Stakeholders

The impact and unintended consequences of NaCTSO products and campaigns

… campaigns are an essential part of keeping the UK safe from terrorism. Our Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) suite of products, including our … even more important as public participation and exposure to counter terrorism (CT) protective security will increase. To …
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

Professionalising our response and coordination following a terror attack

… our ongoing internal professional development the National Counter Terrorism Security Office introduced the Protective Security … attack in 2019.  Over five days lead decision makers, supporting officers, coordinating staff and engagement …
Keywords: Protective Security , Course , incident response , Incident , Training , Decision making , professionals , Counter Terrorism Policing , accreditation

The Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Consort

… for themselves and join the work being undertaken to support their local areas. To encourage vigilance throughout … of a bomb threat on ProtectUK. Communities can help defeat terrorism by reporting any suspicious behaviour or activity. … it. For more information on how to report, go to Action Counters Terrorism (ACT): Report suspicious activity.  For …
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

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

… Europe and other western countries.  He added that the UK terrorism threat level is kept under regular independent … can happen in any place and at any time. ProtectUK can support with guidance and awareness tools, to make sure you … free ACT e-Learning . This is a great point to start your counter terrorism awareness journey.  Consider the advice …
Keywords: Business , Counter Terrorism Policing , ACT Awareness , NPSA , JTAC

Martyn’s Law Update - Government publish legislation draft

… On Tuesday 2nd May, the Home Office published a draft Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill. The new draft law … The draft Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill sets out the … whilst also being effective. Dedicated guidance and support will be provided to ensure those in scope can meet …
Keywords: Protect Duty , Martyn's Law , Legislation , Law , Protective Security , Home Office , Parliament , Government , Counter Terrorism , Martyn Hett , Homeland Security Group

Palestine Action proscribed

… Palestine Action has been proscribed under Section 3 of the Terrorism Act 2000. This makes it a criminal offence to be a member of this group or to invite or recklessly express support for them. The legislation came into force at 0001hrs … consider the following security and safety advice: •    Countering sabotage| NPSA •    Safeguarding your business …

Road Transport Security Standards launched

… which pose an increasing threat to the transport sector.  Supporting the transport sector The Road Transport Security Standards (RTSS) is designed to support the commercial freight, bus and coach sector to … are developing their security culture against the threat of terrorism and organised crime groups.  The RTSS, together …

HVM considerations for temporary Vehicle Security Barriers

… NaCTSO and the NPSA have released guidance to support local authorities, event organisers, and similar … The guidance, written by the National Counter Terrorism Security Office, National Protective Security …
Keywords: Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , HOSTILE VEHICLE , NPSA , Counter Terrorism Policing , Mitigation , vehicle security barriers , NaCTSO

NaCTSO at Security and Policing Conference 2026

… The National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) has confirmed its … Person in the Workplace (CPIW) qualification  and the Counter Terrorism Security Specialists Register (CTSSR) NaCTSO …
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