Communities Defeat Terrorism ACT Campaign

Counter Terrorism Policing are warning the easing of lockdown restrictions could provide a greater opportunity for terrorists to operate and are appealing for business owners and the public to support police efforts to help keep the country safe by remaining vigilant and reporting anything that doesn’t seem right to a nearby security official or the police.

 

The threat to the UK from terrorism remains at substantial, meaning an attack is likely, and as public places such as non-essential shops, hospitality and sporting events begin to open up, Counter Terrorism Policing are launching a new ‘Easing Lockdown Vigilance Campaign’ to encourage everyone to help the police tackle terrorism and save lives by remaining vigilant and reporting concerns.

Gareth Morgan, from West Mercia Police, said: “Following many months of restrictions impacting all our lives, we recognise people will be keen to get out and about as the lockdown restrictions ease.

“Let’s enjoy these new freedoms, but let’s do so in a way that helps keep us safe, not just from COVID-19 but terrorism as well.

“The best defence against the terrorist threat is a collective community effort – where police, security staff, businesses and the public come together to minimise the chance of attack, and that is why Counter Terrorism Policing are launching this campaign.”

For more information, the public can access the official Action Counters Terrorism online e-learning for free.

Hundreds of thousands of people across the UK have already participated. It takes just 45 minutes to complete. Visit https://ct.highfieldelearning.com/ to register for access.

For more information visit: What You Can Do | Counter Terrorism Policing.

 

Issued by KD Corporate Communications