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Directed and enabled attacks

… The terrorist threat to the UK has evolved over the last decade. Ten years ago the most serious terrorist threat came from complex, multi-operative plots that were … Directed attack A directed terrorist attack is one that has been carried out by terrorists trained, funded, and logistically supported by …
Keywords: Attack , Attack Methodology , Terrorist threat , Emergency Planning , Directed , Enabled

Incident procedures

… The vast majority of bomb threats are hoaxes designed to cause alarm and disruption. As well as the rare instances of valid bomb threats, terrorists may also make hoax bomb threat calls to … Bomb Threats … While many bomb threats involve a person-to-person phone call, an increasing …
Keywords: Bomb threat , Suspicious Item , HOT principle , Suspicious Behaviour , Terrorist threat , Public Safety , Suspicious activity

Introduction

… The threat we face from terrorism is significant. As we have … better security for all these areas makes it harder for terrorists to plan and carry out attacks. It also helps … is best achieved by multi-layering different measures. A terrorist will attempt to identify and exploit perceived …
Keywords: PALs Guidance , PALs , publicly accessible locations , publicly accessible places , Physical Security , Cyber Security , Personnel Security

Complex attacks

… Whilst the likelihood of a terrorist attack is relatively low, it is important to … What is a Complex Terrorist Attack? … formal definition of what constitutes a ‘complex attack’. Terrorist attacks exhibit varying degrees of complexity – … and Likelihood in Intelligence Assessments When describing threats in intelligence assessments, Counter Terrorism …
Keywords: Attack , Attack Methodology , Threat , Threat analysis , Self-Initiated Terrorists , VAPS , Complex , MTA , Marauding Attack , IEDs , Venues and Public Spaces

Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW)

… The threat of Vehicle as a Weapon (VAW) attacks … attack that is easy to initiate. As a result, the terrorist may tend to avoid obstacles, including relatively …
Keywords: Vehicle as a Weapon , Attack , Terrorist threat , publicly accessible places , Car , Combined attack , VAW , Election , Hostile Vehicle Mitigation

Outdoor Learning and Educational visits in England and Wales

… used by organisations all over the world.     Terrorism The threat from terrorism is significant. To provide some … planning any visit, you should consider the likelihood of a terrorist attack. It is sensible to: Be aware of the latest … – Guidance for Leaders” Know what to do in the event of a terrorist attack, including specific situations such as …
Keywords: Outdoor Education Advisers’ Panel , OEAP , Guidance , Advice , Training , Outdoor learning and educational visits , England and Wales , School , Venues and Public Spaces , Child safety , Public Safety , Public events

National Stakeholder Menu of Tactical Options

… security posture. This is important at times of raised threat or in response to a terrorist incident. … Contents Introduction Threat Level Responding to the threat Menu of Tactical … threat level system was implemented which aimed to reflect terrorist threat posed to the UK irrespective of ideology, …
Keywords: National Stakeholder Menu , Tactical Options , Protective Security , Protective measures , Threat , MOTO

Road Transport Security Standards launched

… These criminals include organised crime groups and terrorists, both of which pose an increasing threat to the transport sector.  Supporting the transport … and personnel from theft, hijacking or being targeted for terrorist purposes. In recent years, vehicles have been used …

RUN HIDE TELL

… members of the public about what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. … If you cannot RUN , HIDE :  find cover that can withstand threats, such as a knife attack or gunfire if you can see …
Keywords: Run Hide Tell , Run , Hide , Tell , Attack , Guidance , Emergency , What to do in an attack , Escape , Call 999 , Attack Methodology

ACT for Local Authorities

… occur in public spaces.   By considering and mitigating terrorist risks through protective security and preparedness … aims to ‘strengthen the United Kingdom’s protection against terrorist attacks’ while the Prepare strand aims to … managed, or influenced by local authorities.  The terrorist threat The ACT for Local Authorities initiative is borne out …
Keywords: ACT Awareness , ACT for Local Authorities , ACT training products , Local Authorities