Incident Information and Security Status

Current Security Status

The UK threat level has been reduced to SEVERE  as of 4th July 2007

The threat level SEVERE  'means that there is a high likelihood of future terrorist attacks and indicates a continuing high level of threat to the UK'  ( source MI5 )

There is a continued need for vigilance and adherence to security protocols.

The following is an extract from the advice offered by the UK Intelligence Community Online:

How the Public should respond to different National Threat Levels

Public vigilance is always important regardless of the current national threat level, but it is especially important given the current national threat. Sharing national threat levels with the general public keeps everyone informed and explains the context for the various security measures (for example airport security or bag searches) we may encounter as we go about our daily lives.

If you have information about possible terrorist activity, call the Anti-Terrorist Hotline: 0800 789 321.

The Anti-Terrorist Hotline is for tip offs and confidential information. For warnings about possible bombs or other immediate threats please call 999.

Further information is available by clicking the MI5 link on the right hand side of this page.

Be Alert - Protect Yourself and your Community

Following the discovery of 2 car bombs in London and the car bomb incident in Glasgow during the last week in June 2007 we must continue to remain vigilant.

• Be aware of anything out of the ordinary, people acting unusually or unattended bags or packages.  
   
• Please be aware of your own actions and do not leave your belongings unattended, even for a short time.  
   
• Follow your business security procedures, wear identity badges and challenge any persons entering your premises without the appropriate passes and refer them to your security management.
   
• If you see or hear something suspicious, call the Police Switchboard 0845 456 7000 or in an emergency “999”.  (If on public transport – tell the staff immediately
   
• If you see or hear something suspicious when in a shop, restaurant etc – tell the owner/occupier immediately. 
   
• Listen to local radio or see the TV for any public advice and information.

It is important that we remain solid as a community. The acts carried out in London were perpetrated by TERRORISTS irrespective of religion or culture. We can fight these terrorists by not allowing them to divide our community. 

The Emergency Management Unit is dedicated to supporting the needs of the community and will be happy to assist with any concerns. Advice on dealing with suspicious packages, post room protocols etc. is available from the Police and your Emergency Management Unit.“Be alert but not alarmed”