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UK Terrorism Threat Level

04 November 2020

Proposing MP
Priti Patel Con
Witham
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the increase of the UK's terrorism threat level to SEVERE.

Action Requested

No specific action is requested; the announcement informs about the change in threat level due to recent intelligence assessments and advises the public to remain vigilant.

Key Facts

  • The UK terrorism threat level has been raised from SUBSTANTIAL to SEVERE.
  • This decision was made by the Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre (JTAC).
  • Recent attacks in France and Vienna contributed to this decision.
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