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Threat Level Information

Terrorism threat levels are provided by the authorities to inform the security industry, and the public, of the likelihood of any possible terrorist attack.

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Threat Levels

Terrorism threat levels are provided as an indicator of the likelihood of a terrorist attack.

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Terrorism Threat Levels

Current terrorism threat level

The current national threat from terrorist activity is: SEVERE – an attack is highly likely.

More information can be found on the MI5 website 

Threat Levels

There are 5 categories of threat level:

  • LOW – an attack is highly unlikely.
  • MODERATE – an attack is possible, but unlikely.
  • SUBSTANTIAL – an attack is likely.
  • SEVERE –  an attack is highly likely.
  • CRITICAL – an attack is highly likely in the near future.

Members of the public should always remain vigilant and aware of the potential for terrorist activity.
Always report any suspicious activity to the police on 999.
If you suspect there is the potential for terrorist activity you can contact the anti-terrorist hotline on 0800 789 321.

How are threat levels decided?

The Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre is responsible for setting the threat level for the UK from terrorism and the threat level from Northern Ireland Related Terrorism for Northern Ireland. 

Threat levels are kept under regular review to ensure they remain current.

All forms of terrorism are taken into the review, including

  • Islamist terrorism
  • Extreme right-wing terrorism
  •  Left wing, Anarchist and Single-Issue Terrorism (LASIT)
  • Northern Ireland terrorism
 

Several factors are assessed when establishing the level of threat. Those factors include:

  • Available Intelligence
  • Terrorist Capability
  • Terrorist Intentions
  • Timescale

Further information
Changes in threat levels do not necessarily require any actions to be made by the general public. Threat Levels are a tool utilised by members of the security industry and police to determine the levels of security response that may be required.  If you seek further advice and guidance the National Protective Security Authority, ProtectUK and MI5.

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