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The National Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Centre (NCBRNC) Testing and Exercising

… biological, radiological or nuclear attack or plot by a terrorist group or individual lone actor is unlikely, …
Keywords: Threat , Chemical , Biological , Radiological , Nuclear , Exercise , Germany , Dortmund

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 e-Learning, provide the public with the knowledge they need to understand and respond to security threats and incidents with confidence.
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

New National Barrier Asset Framework

… security fencing to prevent/mitigate Vehicle Borne terrorist attacks (Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device … national demand for the NBA to provide protection against terrorist attacks has increased to cover a diverse range of …
Keywords: National Barrier Asset , National vehicle threat mitigation unit

#BeSafeBeSound Campaign – Digital Toolkit for the UK’s Live Music Industry

… , this will help you be prepared in the event of a terrorist attack. Access to CT guidance and ACT e-Learning … to do if someone reports something, and what to do should a terrorist attack occur. The package is free and takes only …
Keywords: Digital , BeSafeBeSound , Vigilance , Stay safe

Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM)

… from vandalism to sophisticated or aggressive attack by terrorists or determined criminals. Vehicles (such as cars, vans and lorries) are widely available and terrorists have previously gained access to them through a …
Keywords: CPNI , Protective Security , Hostile Vehicle Mitigation , Vehicle as a Weapon , Vehicle , NPSA

Competent Persons Scheme

The Competent Persons Scheme (CPS) aims to upskill and professionalise the Counter Terrorism Protective Security and Preparedness sphere.
Keywords: CPS , NaCTSO CPS , Competent person , Competent Person Scheme , Martyn Law

Good security practice

… business owners and operators prepare for and respond to terrorist incidents whilst on duty. See, Check and Notify …
Keywords: Security , Good housekeeping , Practice , Martyn's Law

Unintended Consequences Research: Identifying the Impact of NaCTSO Public-Facing Products and Campaigns

… nexus (Gilks, 2020) was use of the term “Islamist” terrorist/terrorism/threat within CTPS training material … report suggests an increase in confidence to respond to a terrorist   incident post-training; however, we cannot …
Keywords: Counter Terrorism Policing , Consequences , Unintended Consequences , Research , Awareness

Martyn’s Law overview and what you need to know

… to ensure steps have been taken to prepare for potential terrorist attacks and get ready to help keep people safe in … a pilot conducted in partnership with the National Counter Terrorist Security Office (NaCTSO), a new approach to how …
Keywords: Martyn's Law , Parliament , Bill , Legislation , Organisation , Counter Terrorism , Protect

Landmark anti-terror legislation gains Royal Assent

Premises and events will be better prepared to respond to attacks as landmark legislation known as Martyn’s Law gained Royal Assent and became law today (Thursday 3 April).