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N Ireland threat level raised to ‘severe’ level

published on 2023-03-28 12:53:11 UTC by Simon Finlay
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Northern Ireland’s terror threat level has been raised from substantial to severe as the likelihood of attack by dissident republicans appears likely.

Based on an MI5 intelligence assessment, the announcement an escalation of extremist activity, including the recent gun attack on a top police officer.

The downgrade in Northern Ireland’s terror threat level was made last March – its first change for 12 years.

It was announced by Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris.

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His statement said: “The threat level to Northern Ireland from Northern Ireland Related Terrorism is constantly monitored and is subject to a regular formal review.

“This is a systematic, comprehensive and rigorous process, based on the very latest intelligence and analysis of factors which drive the threat. The threat level review takes into account a range of factors and analysis of recent incidents.”

MI5,reviews the threat level every six months and the upgrade suggests the authorities anticipate attack is likely.

Severe level is one level below critical, meaning an attack is expected imminently.

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Published: 2023 03 28 12:53:11
Received: 2023 03 28 13:26:25
Feed: Security Journal UK
Source: Security Journal UK
Category: Security
Topic: Security
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