Trade in counterfeit and pirated goods is on an upward trajectory with the explosion of e-commerce, accelerated by a lack of regulation in that arena, even more so by the current COVID-19 pandemic, which is tragically being exploited by criminal networks…
The trade in fakes has never been more prolific, mainly because of the exponential rise in counterfeiting activities on the internet in recent years. It is now a global epidemic, posing major threats to consumers and national economies, and funding other crimes such as drugs, guns and people smuggling. Interpol has also reported evidence of […]
The theme for Friday 28th November is “Terrorist Tools”. Terrorists need tools like guns, ammunition and explosives to operate. The Government is working to make it more difficult for people intent on harm to get hold of weapons and explosives. Firearms, ammunition and commercial explosives are regulated in the UK, which has led to the […]
The theme for Thursday 27th November is “Terrorist Financing”. Points to remember are: The fight against terrorism includes effective actions to impede the flow of funds that terrorist organisations depend upon to secure weapons and other materials. Terrorists raise money through money laundering, posing as charity fundraisers, placing false charity collection boxes in shops and […]
The theme for Wednesday 26th November is “Preventing Violent Extremism”. Points to remember: Experience tells us that the terrorist threat comes not just from foreign nationals but also from terrorists born and bred in Britain. Terrorist groups who pose a threat to us seek to recruit people to their cause. However, the percentage of people […]
The theme for Tuesday 25th November is “Transport Hubs”. Terrorists have targeted transport and transport hubs for violent attacks. Security at train stations and other transport hubs has been increased but the police want people to be vigilant and report potential threats. For counter terrorism information regarding the railway network: […]