Malicious Threats

Malicious threats include actions like terrorism and organised crime, and details are often sensitive. While attacks in the UK are rare, recent events in Manchester and London highlight the very real threat faced in the UK.

Terrorism Threat Levels 

Terrorism threat levels indicate the likelihood of a terrorist attack in the UK. There are 5 categories at which the threat levels could be set:  

  • LOW – an attack is highly unlikely  
  • MODERATE – an attack is possible, but not likely  
  • SUBSTANTIAL – an attack is likely  
  • SEVERE – an attack is highly likely  
  • CRITICAL – an attack is highly likely in the near future 

 This is the Current National Threat Level.

Reporting Suspicious Activity 

Members of the public should always remain alert to the danger of terrorism and report any suspicious activity. 

Top tips

Remember: If you are faced with the threat of an incident follow these simple steps:

  • Run to a place of safety. This is a far better option than to surrender or negotiate. If there’s nowhere to go, then…
  • Hide. It’s better to hide than to confront. Remember to turn your phone to silent and turn off vibrate. Barricade yourself in if you can. Then finally and only when it’s safe to do so…
  • Tell the police by calling 999

Links to Further Information: 

 If you are a school or education setting, there is specialist guidance and learning at ACT for Education.