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Threat levels

… Threat levels are designed to give a broad indication of the likelihood of a terrorist … of the picture   Terrorist capability. An examination of what is known about the capabilities of the terrorists in … how close an attack might be to fruition. Threat levels do not have any set expiry date, but are regularly subject …
Keywords: Threat Level , Threat , National , National Security , Terrorist threat , Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre , JTAC , UK Threat Level , Security Services , Intelligence

Terrorist Cyber Threat

… the most significant cyber threat facing the United Kingdom, with the potential to be as harmful as traditional state-sponsored espionage. … terrorist cyber activity is not always identifiable.   What is a Cyber-Attack? Hostile attacks against UK …
Keywords: Threat analysis , Threat , Cyber , Attack Methodology , PALs , Cyber attacks

Security Minded Communications

… Security-Minded Communications (SMC) is designed to disrupt hostiles during the reconnaissance stage of their attack planning. … Security-Minded …
Keywords: CPNI , NPSA , Security mindedness , Religious establishments , Security measures , Advice

Threat from Drones in the UK

… In this article we take an analytical look into the threat the UK faces from drones. … What is a Drone? A drone is the common term used to describe … expertise and availability of cheaper alternative methodologies. However, this does not preclude terrorists from …
Keywords: Drones , Threat analysis , Threat , UAV , Weapon

Terrorist use of Firearms

… by firearm in the UK is not likely, but it is important to understand how the threat of firearms may impact you or … of shotgun and rifles, however these types of firearms do not hold large amounts of ammunition or have the rapid … firearms still relies on the availability of ammunition.   What does this mean for business and the public? A terrorist …
Keywords: Firearms , Threat analysis , Attack Methodology , PALs , Threat

The Threat from Islamist Terrorism

… In this article, we take a look into the latest insights on the threat from Islamist Terrorism. … What is Islamist Terrorism? Islamist Terrorism 1  can be … or an Islamic Caliphate. While some Islamist groups do not advocate violence in furtherance of these aims, …
Keywords: Terrorism , Threat analysis , Risk , Threat , Islamist Terrorism , insights , Intelligence assessments

The Threat from Left-Wing, Anarchist and Single-Issue Terrorism (LASIT)

… Left-Wing, Anarchist and Single-Issue Terrorism (LASIT). … What is LASIT? Left-Wing, Anarchist and Single-Issue … from the political left-wing as well as anarchists who seek to use violence to advance their cause in opposition to the … terrorism threshold.   What is LASIT and what ideologies does it include? Left-Wing, Anarchist and Single-Issue …
Keywords: Risk , Threat , Terrorist threat , LASI , LASIT , Left Anarchist and Single Issue Terrorist , Single Issue Terrorist

Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW)

… in this section. Vehicles are widely available and easy to use with devastating effect. Consequently, driving a … procedures, enabling people to prepare in advance and know what to expect. Create an efficient entry procedure that … Queue routes should be planned for areas where vehicles don't normally have access, ideally within the curtilage of …
Keywords: Vehicle as a Weapon , Attack , Terrorist threat , publicly accessible places , Car

Self-Initiated Terrorists (S-ITs)

… What is a Self-Initiated Terrorist (S-IT)? A S-IT is defined as “Person(s) who threaten or mobilise to violence (as defined in Section 1 of the Terrorism Act … the most significant terrorist threat to the United Kingdom. They will highly likely employ a low-sophistication …
Keywords: Self-Initiated Terrorists , Attack Methodology , Threat analysis , Intelligence , Prevent , Weapon , Ideologies , Target , Extremist

Martyn’s Law Update - Government publish legislation draft

… Martyn’s Law, venues and other organisations will have to meet to ensure public safety. ‘Martyn’s Law’ is a tribute … will extend to and apply across the whole of the United Kingdom and has been developed following extensive consultation … answers and statements - UK Parliament Martyn’s Law – What you need to know? … Martyn’s Law Update - Government …
Keywords: Protect Duty , Martyn's Law , Legislation , Law , Protective Security , Home Office , Parliament , Government , Counter Terrorism , Martyn Hett , Homeland Security Group