North East | Counter Terrorism Policing

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Counter Terrorism Policing North East

Counter Terrorism Policing North East works within the national counter terrorism network to make sure that the police service in the UK is better equipped to prevent or respond to incidents of terrorism and domestic extremism to investigate and prosecute those involved.

The Counter Terrorism Unit (CTU) was set up in April 2007 in the North East. It is part of the network of Counter Terrorism Units, established to strengthen the UK’s response to the threat from terrorism.

Counter Terrorism Policing North East works within the national counter terrorism network to make sure that the police service in the UK is better equipped to prevent or respond to incidents of terrorism and domestic extremism to investigate and prosecute those involved.

We deliver specialist support to police throughout the country, and in particular, forces in the North East region. The Unit draws on a wide range of expertise including; skilled detectives, financial investigators, community contact teams, intelligence analysts, forensic specialists and high-tech investigators.

The CTU combines the very latest technology with dedicated resources. In doing so, it is largely self sufficient and can effectively co-ordinate enquiries and operations, without compromising the commitment of local forces to day to day policing.

Terrorism inquiries are extensive and have the potential to tie up large numbers of officers for prolonged periods of time. The Counter Terrorism Units recognise the long term impact of these investigations on local forces. They bring together the range and volume of staff needed to respond to incidents, without hindering efforts to tackle the other crimes which affect our communities.

 

LATEST NEWS FROM NORTH EAST

5 June 2023

A 60-year-old man and a 59-year-old woman from Yorkshire have today (Monday, June 5) been sentenced after been convicted of multiple offences at Leeds Crown Court.

26 May 2023

A man from Barnsley has ben found guilty of Possessing Terrorist Material following a three week trial at Sheffield Crown Court.

16 May 2023

An 19 year old man from Washington has been convicted of preparing to carry out an act of terrorism. He will be sentenced on Monday, June 19.