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What is counter-terrorism policing?
Counter-terrorism policing involves specialist units and strategies designed to prevent, investigate, and respond to terrorist acts. These police forces work closely with intelligence agencies to gather information and neutralise threats, as seen in the quick response to the suspicious vehicles heading towards RAF Fairford.
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