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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 …

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 …

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

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

Threat levels

… Threat levels are designed to give a broad indication of the likelihood of a terrorist attack. … SUBSTANTIAL  – An … is likely    The main threats to national security are terrorism, espionage, cyber threats and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, many of which impact on the …
Keywords: Threat Level , Threat , National , National Security , Terrorist threat , Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre , JTAC , UK Threat Level , Security Services , Intelligence

Glossary

… a weapon for security goods drivers. … ACT: Action Counters Terrorism, a national campaign by Counter Terrorism Policing … indicate terrorism or terrorism-related crime Transport Office/Operator/Supervisor: Management working in the company offices and are responsible for managing the execution, …

Always trust your instincts: Report suspicious behaviour and save lives

… week about a man from Surrey, who was reported to Counter Terrorism Policing after IT repair men noticed suspicious content on his laptop. It’s a timely reminder of the important part business can play in stopping … in Caterham where the owner, discovered suspicious files on weapons and even a detailed guide titled 'How to make …
Keywords: Report , Suspicious Behaviour , ACT , Trust your instincts

Polling stations

… arrange for a responsible person with local knowledge of the premises to assist you conducting a search to … threats, including criminal activity, unlawful protest and terrorism. SCaN training empowers your staff to correctly … the Event of a Bomb Threat How to Respond to a Firearms or Weapons attack Summary and Supporting Materials For further …
Keywords: Polling Stations , ACT , SCAN , public spaces , Election

The National Vehicle Threat Mitigation Unit

… police unit operating within the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO). Made up of subject matter experts, the unit … Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) as intentional weapons against people, events or infrastructure. … The role …
Keywords: Vehicle , Transport , Vehicle as a Weapon , Weapons of Terrorism , Attack , Threat , Mitigation , National Security , Protective Security

Threat Overview

… methodologies, please see the Threat Analysis section of ProtectUK. … Threat Overview …