Counter-terrorism

Information about the Home Office's work fighting terrorism.

The Home Office is responsible for keeping the UK safe from the threat posed by terrorism.

Counter-terrorism local profiles
This guidance identifies the threat and vulnerability from terrorism and extremism relating to terrorism in local areas
Published 20 September
Government response to independent reviewer's report
The Home Office has published a response to David Anderson QC's annual report on the operation of the Prevention of Terrorism Act 2005.
Published 7 September 2012
Home Secretary visits Olympic park
Theresa May thanks police for their role in keeping the Olympics safe.
Published 11 August 2012
Police thanked for Olympic service
Nick Herbert thanks officers for their hard work in delivering a safe and secure Games.
Published 10 August 2012
Home Secretary statement on Olympic security
Theresa May has made a statement in the House of Commons on Olympic security.
Published 12 July 2012

If you know of a threat to national security or you want to report suspicious activity you can:

You can remain anonymous, and you may save lives. In an emergency you should always call 999.

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