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

… 30 September, Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) has launched ACT for Local Authorities. … Run by the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO), ACT for Local Authorities uses CTP’s regional network of … Counter Terrorism Policing launches ACT for Local Authorities at International Security Expo …

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

… pace and became the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 – the legislation we now know as Martyn’s Law. I am … responsible for premises and events to understand what the Act means for them and how to prepare for commencement. … genuinely collaborative effort, particularly with the SIA, NaCTSO and NPSA. Together, we’ve worked together to deliver …
Keywords: Martyn's Law , Event Security , Counter Terrorism Support , Counter Terrorism , Counter Terrorism Policing , Venues and Public Spaces , Legislation

The impact and unintended consequences of NaCTSO products and campaigns

… Our awareness products and campaigns are an essential part of keeping the UK safe from terrorism. Our Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) suite of products, including our award-winning ACT … (R&PDU) in the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) have been dedicated to the exploration of this topic …
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

Cinema business leaders unite to champion terrorism preparedness

… 2025 for a high-profile industry event aimed at raising awareness about the critical importance of terrorism … by the National Counter Terrorism Security Office’s (NaCTSO) Business Engagement Unit in partnership with the UK … regular testing and simulation. Examples include the ACT Awareness e-Learning and the online exercise at  ACT in a …
Keywords: Business , Risk Management , ACT Awareness , Counter Terrorism , Protect , Preparedness , Training , Action Counters Terrorism , Awareness , Event Management , Event Security

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 … members of the public are inclined to report suspicious activity to transport staff and nearby businesses, not just … in staff. In turn, this enables you to maintain a good awareness of the activities in and around your premises and …
Keywords: Protective Security , Protective measures , Business , Small business , Vigilance messaging , Security mindedness

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

… From a UK policing perspective, we are seeing the impact of this conflict through a number of high profile … (JTAC) , and that the events we are seeing unfold will be factored into these considerations.  The UK terrorism threat … and at any time. ProtectUK can support with guidance and awareness tools, to make sure you and your staff are able to …
Keywords: Business , Counter Terrorism Policing , ACT Awareness , NPSA , JTAC

Download the new Martyn's Law Myth Buster

… Office is pleased to share additional material about the Act including a one page leaflet and a myth buster. … The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 received Royal Assent in April. The Act is more … material to support the continued focus on raising awareness about the Act and building on existing material …

Stay safe at home, at work, on the move and online

… Does your profession make you or your place of work an attractive target?  Is there information to suggest that you, … purposes, and the same devices used for personal activities are often used for work as well. This means that … you are heading to is a positive step in building awareness of possible risks and provides understanding of …
Keywords: Run Hide Tell , Abroad , Security online , Security at home , Personal Security , Social media , Cyber , Cyber Security

Professionalising our response and coordination following a terror attack

… and people safe here   Complete our award-winning Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) e-Learning and encourage other members of your … to take part to encourage security vigilance and awareness. Sign up or log in to your ProtectUK account and …
Keywords: Protective Security , Course , incident response , Incident , Training , Decision making , professionals , Counter Terrorism Policing , accreditation

Always trust your instincts: Report suspicious behaviour and save lives

… the important part business can play in stopping terrorist activity early. … to terrorism, trust your instincts and report it. Your actions could save lives.   Report Suspicious Behaviour  You … or activity online here . ProtectUK offers free ACT Awareness e-Learning - a counter terrorism awareness course. …
Keywords: Report , Suspicious Behaviour , ACT , Trust your instincts