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16/12/2002
'Be vigilant over Christmas' warns Anti-Terrorist chief
The head of the Metropolitan police's Anti-Terrorist Branch has warned the public to be "extra vigilant" in the run up to Christmas amid "great concern" over the activity of republican terrorists.
Speaking in London today, Deputy Assistant Commissioner Peter Clarke, head of the Anti Terrorist Branch, put out a UK-wide warning asking the public to be wary of the threat posed by terrorist groups at this time of year.
"London, and indeed the rest of the UK, continues to face a range of terrorist threats from a number of different groups. The threat from Irish dissident republican terrorism continues to be of great concern to us," he said.
"During the festive period – which in the past has been targeted by terrorist groups – we need the public to be extra cautious."
DAC Clarke added: "I would urge anyone with information about suspicious behaviour to contact us. Terrorists need somewhere to live, somewhere to store their equipment, and they need vehicles to move around in. If you let property or storage space and you have noticed something suspicious, please contact us.
"Terrorists also need money, and often commit fraud to finance their activities. Perhaps you have had dealings with somebody who has given you cause to be suspicious. If so don't hesitate to contact us."
The call for vigilance from the security services is usually issued at this time of year as, with high streets filled with shoppers, bomb warnings and security alerts can cause maximum disruption.
Anyone who is suspicious of any object or vehicle should call 999, or call the free confidential Anti Terrorist Branch Hotline on 0800 789 321 if they have any information about people or activities that could be linked to terrorism.
(GMcG)
Speaking in London today, Deputy Assistant Commissioner Peter Clarke, head of the Anti Terrorist Branch, put out a UK-wide warning asking the public to be wary of the threat posed by terrorist groups at this time of year.
"London, and indeed the rest of the UK, continues to face a range of terrorist threats from a number of different groups. The threat from Irish dissident republican terrorism continues to be of great concern to us," he said.
"During the festive period – which in the past has been targeted by terrorist groups – we need the public to be extra cautious."
DAC Clarke added: "I would urge anyone with information about suspicious behaviour to contact us. Terrorists need somewhere to live, somewhere to store their equipment, and they need vehicles to move around in. If you let property or storage space and you have noticed something suspicious, please contact us.
"Terrorists also need money, and often commit fraud to finance their activities. Perhaps you have had dealings with somebody who has given you cause to be suspicious. If so don't hesitate to contact us."
The call for vigilance from the security services is usually issued at this time of year as, with high streets filled with shoppers, bomb warnings and security alerts can cause maximum disruption.
Anyone who is suspicious of any object or vehicle should call 999, or call the free confidential Anti Terrorist Branch Hotline on 0800 789 321 if they have any information about people or activities that could be linked to terrorism.
(GMcG)
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