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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

National Security Vetting Policy Update

21 October 2022 · Cabinet Office

Proposed by Chris Philp Con Croydon South

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At a glance

Key points

  • The introduction of a new National Security Vetting level, Level 1B, to replace the existing Counter-Terrorism Check is announced.
  • Level 1B will be launched on 31 October 2022.
  • An updated Statement of the HMG Personnel Security and National Security Vetting Policy will be published on gov.uk.

Issue summary

The statement announces the introduction of a new National Security Vetting level (Level 1B) to replace the existing Counter-Terrorism Check.

Action requested

I am pleased to announce the launch of Level 1B on 31 October 2022, and an updated Statement of the HMG Personnel Security and National Security Vetting Policy will be published on gov.uk. A copy of the updated Personnel Security Controls will also be deposited in Parliament.

Key facts

  • New level of National Security Vetting (Level 1B) launched on 31 October 2022.
  • Level 1B will replace the existing Counter-Terrorism Check (CTC).
  • An updated Statement of HMG Personnel Security and National Security Vetting Policy will be published online.
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