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The National Security Secretariat provides coordination on security and intelligence issues of strategic importance across government. Separately, the Joint Intelligence Organisation produces independent all-source assessments on issues of national security and foreign policy importance. By supporting the work of the...
United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) is the single government provider of National Security Vetting (NSV). We are the centre of excellence for security vetting and enable government to protect citizens and provide vital public services, by understanding and managing security...
The Security Service, MI5, is responsible for protecting the UK against threats to national security. MI5 works with the Home Office is supported by 1 public body .
UKDSE's security brochures set out how UK companies can help to solve security problems for customers around the world.
United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) is the main UK government provider of security clearances.
Released 27th February 2024.
This series brings together all documents relating to government security.
Report any threats to national security - such as terrorism and espionage - to MI5 (also known as the Security Service)
We help UK defence, cyber and physical security, and civil maritime companies to export, and help overseas companies invest in the UK in these sectors. UKDSE is part of the Department for Business and Trade .
Find out about safety and security requirements that apply to goods entering and exiting the UK.
UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) prevents, prepares for and responds to infectious diseases, and environmental hazards, to keep all our communities safe, save lives and protect livelihoods. We provide scientific and operational leadership, working with local, national and international partners...
Find out about terrorist threat levels, national measures against terrorism and how to report suspect activity
The Secret Intelligence Service, often known as MI6, collects Britain’s foreign intelligence. It provides the government with a global covert capability to promote and defend the national security and economic well-being of the country. SIS works with the Foreign, Commonwealth...
On 11 July, the National Security Bill became law after being passed by both Houses of Parliament and securing Royal Assent.
We pursue our national interests and those of British citizens. We safeguard the UK’s security, defend our values, reduce poverty and tackle global challenges with our international partners. FCDO is a ministerial department, supported by 12 agencies and public bodies...
The UK Integrated Security Fund (UKISF) is a government-wide fund that addresses the highest-priority threats to UK national security, at home and abroad. UKISF is part of the Cabinet Office .
The government is working to protect UK citizens and businesses from the threats posed by poorly secured consumer connectable products (also known as 'IoT' or 'smart' devices.)
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