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The Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Consort

… Consort arrived at Westminster Abbey in procession from Buckingham Palace, known as ‘The King’s Procession’. After the Service, Their Majesties returned to Buckingham Palace in a larger ceremonial procession, known …
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

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

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.

NaCTSO at Security and Policing Conference 2026

The National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) has confirmed its attendance once again at this year’s Security & Policing Conference, taking place from 10-12 March at Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre.
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

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 will ensure that the UK will be better prepared for, and protected from, terrorist attacks.
Keywords: Protect Duty , Martyn's Law , Legislation , Law , Protective Security , Home Office , Parliament , Government , Counter Terrorism , Martyn Hett , Homeland Security Group

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

The conflict between Israel and Hamas has continued to intensify. From a UK policing perspective, we are seeing the impact of this conflict through a number of high profile protests in UK cities and a marked increase in hate crime reporting.
Keywords: Business , Counter Terrorism Policing , ACT Awareness , NPSA , JTAC

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 Threat Level from SUBSTANTIAL, meaning an attack is likely, to SEVERE, meaning an attack is highly likely.
Keywords: National Threat Level , Threat , Severe , Counter Terrorism Policing , Stakeholders

Event preview: International Security Expo 2025

Meet NaCTSO at the Olympia, London from 30 September to 1 October.

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

Whether you’re at home, at work, on the move or online, our guide to personal security provides advice on how to stay safe.
Keywords: Run Hide Tell , Abroad , Security online , Security at home , Personal Security , Social media , Cyber , Cyber Security

Join our next ProtectUK Lunch and Learn

Sign up to our next virtual session, taking place on Tuesday 8th July 2025. Lunch and Learn is aimed at security professionals or those with protective security decision-making capabilities within businesses and organisations. Hear from the experts about improving protective security and preparedness and progress your knowledge of counter…
Keywords: ACT Awareness , e-Learning , Business , Security Professional