
Counter terrorism
National Threat Levels
Assessments of the level of threat from terrorism are made nationally by the Home Office. The levels are:
| Critical | An attack is expected imminently | |
| Severe | An attack is highly likely | |
| Substantial | An attack is a strong possibility | |
| Moderate | An attack is possible but not likely | |
| Low | An attack is unlikely |
- Click here to find out the latest Home Office threat levels
- Click here to find out the latest M15 threat levels
The threat levels don’t require public action, but give an indication of the work that will be taking place by officers and staff behind the scenes.
| If you suspect it, report it | Anti Terrorist Hotline 0800 789321 |
Alternatively, a confidential on-line form can be submitted (This service is managed by the Metropolitan Police). If you believe there is an immediate threat because of a suspicious vehicle or package call 999.







