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Martyn’s Law Update - Government publish legislation draft

… the event of, an attack.   Security Minister Tom Tugendhat said: “The threat from terrorism is enduring. In recent … national security.”  Figen Murray, mother of Martyn Hett, said: “Today is an important step forward to a safer country. … British Retail Consortium Assistant Director, Graham Wynn, said: “Given the number of retail premises, Martyn’s Law is …
Keywords: Protect Duty , Martyn's Law , Legislation , Law , Protective Security , Home Office , Parliament , Government , Counter Terrorism , Martyn Hett , Homeland Security Group

Security professionals urged to tackle threat from state actors

… law and will be prosecuted. Security Minister Dan Jarvis said: Working in private security is vital, but foreign … If they don’t, they seriously risk breaking the law and aiding states who seek nothing more than to harm this …

Get summer ready: Support the Summer campaign and help keep the public safe

Counter Terrorism Policing is bringing back its long-running Summer campaign to encourage the public to stay alert, trust their instincts and report anything that doesn’t feel right.
Keywords: Summer , Summer Campaign , Digital , Digital assets , Toolkit , Social media , Poster , Communications , Security minded communications , campaign , Campaign materials , Summer Vigilance , Vigilance , Vigilance campaign , Counter Terrorism Policing

Watch: new Martyn’s Law explainer video

The Home Office has released a short video designed to educate viewers on the scope and requirements of the new Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act, known as Martyn’s Law.

Vigilance advice following Synagogue attack in Manchester

You will be aware of the tragic terrorist attack at Heaton Park Synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester yesterday (02/10/2025). The thoughts of everyone in policing go out to the victims, the affected families and communities, particularly Jewish communities, at this difficult time.

The Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Consort

King Charles III's coronation took place on Saturday 6 May 2023 at Westminster Abbey in London. During the ceremony, the King was crowned alongside Camilla, the Queen Consort.
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

Counter Terrorism Policing launches campaign to keep the public safe this summer

Keywords: Summer Campaign , Digital assets , Counter Terrorism , Toolkit , Public events , Event safety

Always trust your instincts: Report suspicious behaviour and save lives

You may have seen reports in the media this week about a man from Surrey, who was reported to Counter Terrorism Policing after IT repair men noticed suspicious content on his laptop. It’s a timely reminder of the important part business can play in stopping terrorist activity early.
Keywords: Report , Suspicious Behaviour , ACT , Trust your instincts

Meet NaCTSO at The Security Event, Birmingham

The National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) will be among more than 450 exhibitors at The Security Event, taking place at the NEC Birmingham from 28–30 April.
Keywords: Competent Person Scheme , The Security Event , Protective Security , SFJ Awards , Qualification , Ofqual , Exhibition

Counter Terrorism Policing launches ACT for Local Authorities at International Security Expo

Today, 30 September, Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) has launched ACT for Local Authorities.