Churches, pubs and schools could be told to make counter-terror plans

Churches, pubs and schools could be told to make counter-terror plans so they are prepared for any attack Businesses in public places will be told to draw up counter-terrorism plans They must set out what to do in the event of a terror attack under a ‘Protect Duty’ Consultation paper suggests that this includes shops … Read more

Covid anti-vaxxers should face action for spreading false information, counter-terror officer says

Sheffield-based doctor Julie Coffey has claimed vaccines for the virus are prioritising speed over safety. The GP, who works for Dovercourt Medical Practice, wrote on her website: ‘Although I’m a conventionally trained doctor and work as a GP, I love the natural health work I’m involved in now. ‘It’s hugely satisfying to help people reach better health … Read more

Counter-terror police arrest man, 33, amid fears of an explosive at property 

Counter-terror police swoop on sleepy Somerset village and arrest 33-year-old man before bomb squad move in over fears of an explosive at property The 33-year-old man was arrested in the tiny village of Paulton, Somerset  Seven police vehicles and a bomb disposal truck descended on High Street area Initially arrested on suspicion of making or possessing … Read more

Diane Abbott wants Prevent counter-terror programme replaced

Diane Abbott leads calls for government to scrap ‘toxic, counter-productive’ Prevent counter-terrorism programme Labour’s Diane Abbott said the terror Prevent programme is ‘counter-productive’ Zarah Sultana said people were reported for reading text books for their degrees Prevent aims to stop people becoming terrorists or by supporting terrorism  Ms Abbott said the government should be seeking … Read more