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NPSA: Marauding terrorist attacks

… as possible. Most deaths occur within the first few minutes of the attack, before police are able to respond. MTAs can … access or a combination thereof Attackers armed with bladed weapons, firearms, pipe bombs, petrol bombs suicide vests or multiple weapons For more information, please visit the NPSA website . …
Keywords: Marauding , Attack , Threat , MTA , NPSA

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

… Today, 30 September, Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) has launched ACT for Local … and Prepare. Run by the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO), ACT for Local Authorities uses CTP’s … have featured simple, accessible methods, vehicles as weapons, homemade explosives, and bladed weapons. Terrorists …

Working with Counter Terrorism Security Advisors (CTSAs)

… CTSAs can deliver a choice of counter terrorism awareness packages tailored to different levels of expertise and responsibility within an organisation. ‘A … aimed at all job types, to raise staff awareness of current counter terrorism considerations. The following …
Keywords: Local Authorities , Threat , National Security , Counter Terrorism Security Advisors , CTSA , Business Engagement , ACT , SCAN , CTSAs

Action Counters Terrorism (ACT): Report suspicious activity

… materials, and find ways to fund their activities. Much of this is done in view of the public. For further information view our FAQs. Report any of the below activity if you believe it to be suspicious or … material? Or shares or creates content that glorifies terrorism?   have you noticed somebody promoting hateful …
Keywords: Suspicious Behaviour , Suspicious Item , ACT , Report , Advice

Secure hazardous materials to help prevent terrorism

… Security of radioactive materials … bleach contain precursors, so there is a need to be aware of stock and which substances need to be monitored. Selling … precursors and poisons' or 'EPP' license. As a seller of precursor chemicals, you don’t need the EPP licence. For …
Keywords: CBRN , Threat , Substances , Attack , Security , Radiological , Chemical , Site security

Purple Guide Chapter on Counter Terrorism - Attack Planning

… energy and resources into the planning. The planning of an attack is broken down into three distinct phases: … especially in an emergency. This emergency may not be terrorism related. If gates are used, then consideration … borne IED c. Marauding Terrorist Attack The use of bladed weapons as a method of attack has increased over the past …

Marauding Terrorist Attack (MTA): RUN HIDE TELL

… 1. Organisational risk and MTA event planning Firearms and weapons attacks are rare in the UK. Where we have seen these … It is therefore advised that organisations are aware of the risks and have a plan for immediate action should an … – describe the attacker, numbers, features, clothing, weapons etc. further information – casualties, type of …
Keywords: Marauding , MTA , Run Hide Tell , Attack , Attack Methodology , PALs Guidance , PALs , publicly accessible places , publicly accessible locations

Understanding the threat

… To protect against the threat of terrorism, it is essential to understand how an attack might … Understanding the terrorist threat requires consideration of the following elements:  UK terrorism threat level     … featured simple methodologies, utilising low sophistication weapons that are more accessible to hostile actors.  …
Keywords: Risk Management , Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre , Terrorism Threats , Threat analysis , Terrorism threat levels

NaCTSO at Security and Policing Conference 2026

… The National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) has confirmed its … UK Government’s flagship security event, hosted by the Home Office’s Joint Security & Resilience Centre (JSaRC) and … meet subject matter experts from units such as the Counter Weapons Threat Team, which is a specialist intelligence-led, …
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

Threat from Drones in the UK

… Aerial Vehicles (UAVs).  Headline Assessment A wide variety of UAVs are available in the UK. The vast majority of users … by hobbyists in the UK and US to deploy a variety of weapons such as handguns, flamethrowers and even chainsaws. … could be used for nefarious purposes, including terrorism. How much illegal drone activity is there in the …
Keywords: Drones , Threat analysis , Threat , UAV , Weapon , Hostile Reconnaissance , Drone , public spaces , Venues and Public Spaces