Counter Terrorism 

Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) and local forces work throughout the year with businesses across the country to give advice and guidance on safety and security measures.

CTP is calling on the public to play their part by remaining vigilant while out and about.  If you see or hear something suspicious trust your instincts and report any concerns to police, security or staff.  Reports can also be made in confidence at www.gov.uk/ACT. In an emergency always call 999.

To learn more about the role that you can play in defeating terrorism, free online training is available. Taking just 45 minutes to complete, the online training provides the latest advice from CT experts, including how to react in the unlikely event of a terror attack and how to spot and report suspicious activity and behaviour.

There is also free online training for all members of the public on how to respond to a terrorism incident through the National Police Chiefs Council (NPCC) which has been devised by UK counter-terrorism officers and experts. The online course helps people spot suspicious behaviour or items and understand what to do in the event of a bomb threat or major incident. 

Prevent is a key part of the UK’s counter-terrorism strategy, aimed at stopping people from becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism. It works by identifying individuals at risk of radicalisation and providing them with support to steer them away from harmful influences.

Prevent involves local authorities, schools, healthcare providers, and other organisations working together to safeguard communities while upholding fundamental rights and freedoms.

For more information visit the Prevent Duty Guidance (Scotland) webpage.

The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, also known as Martyn’s Law, will ensure the public are better protected from terrorism, by requiring certain public premises and events to be prepared and ready to keep people safe in the event of an attack.

The Home Office has released a short video designed to educate viewers on the scope and requirements of the new Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act, known as Martyn’s Law.

Watch the video here: Martyn's Law explainer video