Date:

HVM considerations for temporary Vehicle Security Barriers

… and similar end user groups to using temporary Vehicle Security Barriers (VSBs) as part of a HVM scheme. … The guidance, written by the National Counter Terrorism Security Office, National Protective Security Authority, government and policing leads for …

Development work continues on CT Security Qualification

… the legislation or its requirements. The Counter Terrorism Security Specialist Register (CTSSR) will be a resource that … the details of verified counter terrorism protective security and preparedness experts, who can consult and … are subject to change. … Development work continues on CT Security Qualification …

NaCTSO DCI Chris Simpson features in City Security Magazine

… Head of Engagement at NaCTSO (National Counter Terrorism Security Office) has featured in the latest issue of City Security Magazine. … Chris Simpson highlights the … reflecting a deepening collaboration between police and security professionals.  Chris also discusses the importance …

The Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) has evolved to become the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA)

… A new body has been created to help the UK combat national security threats. … State-sponsored attempts at stealing … has announced the creation of the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) to help businesses and organisations defend themselves against national security threats. This new body, which is part of MI5, will …
Keywords: NPSA , CPNI

ACT Awareness and ACT Security e-Learning are now available in one place on ProtectUK 

… The Security Industry Authority (SIA) launches Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) Security e-Learning for security professionals on ProtectUK.  … ACT Security …
Keywords: ACT , ACT Awareness , SIA , e-Learning

Protective security advice linked to threats from Iran

… at least ten such threats since January alone. Protective security advice and support is currently being shared … on this site for the wider public and businesses.  Personal security advice is available here  – you will need to … on this site for access.  Please visit  The National Cyber Security Centre  for further advice on cyber security.  If …
Keywords: Protective Security , Iran , Threat Level , Threat , Terrorist threat

National Protective Security Authority - Hostile Vehicle Mitigation Video (HVM)

… The National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) have released an updated Hostile … please visit the NPSA website here. … National Protective Security Authority - Hostile Vehicle Mitigation Video (HVM) …
Keywords: NPSA , Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , Protective Security , Security , CLOSE , ProtectUK , VEHICLE MITIGATION , HOSTILE VEHICLE , PROTECTIVE SECURITY AUTHORITY , NATIONAL PROTECTIVE SECURITY

Proscription of Hizb ut-Tahrir

… in the UK.    Who is Hizb ut-Tahrir?  Hizb ut-Tahrir is an international Sunni Islamist political organisation founded …

The impact and unintended consequences of NaCTSO products and campaigns

… with the knowledge they need to understand and respond to security threats and incidents with confidence. … We are … will be even more important as public participation and exposure to counter terrorism (CT) protective security will … CPNI) products. The research took place in between 2022 and 2023, and involved a mixed-methods approach. This gives a …
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

Competent Persons Scheme Christmas Message

… qualification in Counter Terrorism Protective Security and Preparedness. We are currently engaged in the … a suitable partner to host our Counter-Terrorism Security Specialists Register and expect to make an …