Counter Terrorism Policing
Working to keep people safe from terrorism
Counter Terrorism Policing is a collaboration of UK police forces working with the
UK intelligence community to help protect the public and our national security by
preventing, deterring, and investigating terrorist activity.
Latest News
Three guilty of conspiring to sell a firearm to a terrorist
Three members of an organised crime group (OCG) have been sentenced yesterday (27/11) for their part in selling a firearm to a terrorist, following an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing South East (CTPSE). Three men pleaded guilty to conspiracy to transfer a...
Woman sentenced for helping smuggle phones into prison
A 24-year-old woman has been sentenced after an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing South East found that she was helping to smuggle phones into prison.
Man convicted of possessing terrorist documents
Charles Cannon of Highfield Avenue, Aldershot was convicted of seven counts of possession of documents containing information of a kind likely to be useful to a person committing or preparing an act of terrorism, contrary to Section 58 of the Terrorism Act 2000.
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Why you should join
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Recruitment process
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Common questions
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Advice & Guidance
Report online at gov.uk/ACT
If you see or hear something that doesn’t feel right, report it online and in confidence at gov.uk/ACT
In an emergency call 999.
ACT Early
If you are concerned that a loved one may be vulnerable to radicalisation, visit ACT Early for further information on signs to look out for and how to seek support.
ProtectUK
Whether you are a business owner, work in security, or are a member of the public, ProtectUK provides vital counter terrorism security information including training materials, protective guidance, and campaign toolkits.