Latest Developments in Prevent Strategy in Warwickshire
In the latest round-up of news from Safe in Warwickshire's Prevent initiative, updates on key developments affecting Prevent strategy at national and local levels are highlighted. Topics include resources from Educate Against Hate website, the Commission for Countering Extremism, recent consultations, and local training initiatives aimed at safeguarding communities. Stay informed on efforts to counter extremism and protect vulnerable individuals from radicalization. For more details, visit www.safeinwarwickshire.com.
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Welcome to the latest round-up of news from Safe in Warwickshire, Prevent. For more information about Prevent, visit our website: www.safeinwarwickshire.com/ Page 1 of 10
Local Context: Within Warwickshire, each of the Local Authorities, together with Police, Education and Health sectors are looking to work with communities to deliver the Governments Prevent Strategy. Prevent is essential to provide support and assistance to vulnerable individuals at risk of being groomed in violent extremist activity to help safeguard individuals before any harm to them or to others can occur. In this Newsletter we set out some of the recent developments that have taken place affecting Prevent over the last 3 months, both nationally and locally. This has been a period of unprecedented change affecting our communities and there have been significant developments concerning radicalisation and safeguarding our communities. the risks around In this newsletter you will find: Information on Educate Against Hate website An Update regarding the Commission for Countering Extremism Information on the consultation on Protection Duty The Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) initiative Local Prevent training products and dates The new Prevent Online Safety leaflet Page 2 of 10
The Educate Against Hate website provides a wide variety of information and support regarding Prevent, one which is regularly updated to reflect current developments of interest to partners from all sectors. However, Educate Against Hate is particularly relevant for colleagues in Education and offers advice and trusted resources to help schools comply with the Prevent duty, build resilience to all types of extremism and promote shared values. You can sign-up for their monthly newsletter for access to teaching resources, lesson plans, guidance and practical advice on protecting children from extremism and radicalisation by going here Page 3 of 10
Commission for Countering Extremism Colleagues may be interested to follow the changes at the Commission for Countering Extremism, where Robin Simcox has been appointed as Interim Lead Commissioner of the Commission for Countering Extremism. His appointment for six-months initially will involve working across Government and with external partners to advise on how to tackle extremism in all its forms, including on the future role of the Commission and on how Government could further harness innovative thinking within the academic and think-tank sector on tackling extremism. Mr Simcox s appointment follows the end of Sara Khan s three- year tenure leading the Commission. The Former Lead Commissioner has been appointed by the Prime Minister as Independent Advisor on Social Cohesion and Resilience at the Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government. Robin Simcox said: It s a great honour to be appointed the Interim Lead Commissioner for Countering Extremism. I look forward to building upon the valuable work already undertaken 2by Sara Khan and her team. Extremism is a scourge that has the potential to impact us all. There can be no place for it in the UK. You can find out more about the work of the Commission here Page 4 of 10
Consultation on Protection Duty Launch of Consultation on Protect Duty The government has set out its proposals for consultation on a new Protect Duty, a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks. The Protect Duty delivers on a manifesto commitment to improve the safety and security of public venues and spaces, drawing on lessons learned from previous terrorist incidents. Home Secretary Priti Patel said: I have heard first hand from those who have sadly lost loved ones in horrific terror attacks, and thank them for their tireless work to ensure others do not share their tragedy. This Government has already taken significant steps to amend our powers and strengthen the tools for dealing with the developing terrorist threats we face, and we will always take the strongest possible action to protect our national security. That is why we want all organisations responsible for public venues and spaces to put public safety and security first. Whilst subject to consultation, the intention is that the Duty would apply to specified owners and operators of public venues, large organisations and those responsible for public spaces. It would require those in scope to consider terrorist threats, and consider and implement appropriate and proportionate protective security and organisational preparedness measures. The government also continues to engage with a range of businesses and industries to encourage them to adopt best practice, as well as working alongside Counter Terrorism Police and the Centre for the Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) to extend the reach of appropriate advice, guidance and training across all sectors. The full consultation can be viewed at https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/protect-duty Page 5 of 10
Action Counters Terrorism The ACT website provides practical information regarding the risks of radicalisation and also how to act on concerns. You can find out more by visiting here If you can, please help to promote this important information. There is also very informative online training here this includes: Introduction to Terrorism 1. Identifying Security Vulnerabilities 2. How to Identify and Respond to Suspicious Behaviour 3. How to Identify and Deal with a Suspicious Item 4. What to do in the Event of a Bomb Threat 5. How to Respond to a Firearms or Weapons attack 6. Summary and Supporting Materials Page 6 of 10
Warwickshire Prevent Training PREVENT TRAINING IN WARWICKSHIRE 2021/22 A refreshed programme of Prevent training events for 2021/22: FACE TO FACE COURSES Please note: Face to face training sessions will be subject to Covid Government Guidelines and Venue Protocol at the time of the training. Some dates may be reviewed depending upon the number of bookings. GEN NS518 - WORKSHOP TO RAISE AWARENESS OF PREVENT: A maximum of 20 attendees per session. Date Location Time 9th September 2021 Warwick (venue to be confirmed) 10am - 12pm 19th October 2021 Rugby, Benn Partnership (Oasis Room) 10am - 12pm 23rd November 2021 Nuneaton, CHESS Centre (Hall) 10am - 12pm 18th January 2022 Leamington Spa, Pound Lane (Hall) 10am - 12pm 8th March 2021 Tyler Centre, Stratford 10am - 12pm This Home Office approved course provides an introduction to Prevent and provides awareness of what may make someone vulnerable to radicalisation; the signs and behaviours linked to radicalisation and the support available to safeguard individuals. It is an excellent interactive course for delegates to discuss what can influence people to engage with violent extremist movements. Please book direct using Code: GEN NS518. If unable to book on direct, please book via Nicola Stocker nicolastocker@warwickshire.gov.uk providing your full name, job title, organisation, the training date required and your contact details (phone number & e-mail address). Page 7 of 10
Warwickshire Prevent Training PREVENT TRAINING IN WARWICKSHIRE 2021/22 A refreshed programme of Prevent training events for 2021/22: ONLINE COURSES ONLINE PREVENT UPDATE TRAINING: A maximum of 30 attendees per session. The Prevent Duty was established in 2015 and since that time many people have attended the Workshop to Raise Awareness of Prevent. However, the changing nature of the threat and risk associated with Violent extremism means that we need to refresh our understanding of how vulnerable individuals can be radicalised and how we can work together to challenge this. In particular over the last year, the impact of COVID-19 has seen the rise of new Prevent related risks we need to be aware of. A new training course has been prepared for this purpose, and covers:- Date Location 10am - 12pm 10am - 12pm 2pm 4pm 10am - 12pm 2pm - 4pm 10am - 12pm 2pm - 4pm 10am - 12pm 2pm - 4pm 10am - 12pm Friday 9th July 2021 Friday 23rd July 2021 Weds 25th August 2021 Tuesday 28th September 2021 Weds 13th October 2021 Weds 17th November 2021 Monday 13th December 2021 Tuesday 25th January 2022 Weds 16th February 2022 Thurs 24th March 2022 A brief overview of the Prevent Duty The current priorities and risks in Warwickshire, including the impact of COVID-19. The signs and symbols associated with extremism. The impact of online grooming. The support that's available and how to access it. The training takes 1hr 30mins and is a practical guide to the Prevent Duty for Practitioners. It is suitable for those staff that have attended WRAP previously and need a refresh as well as those who are new to Prevent. To attend one of these sessions, please contact Nicola Stocker at nicolastocker@warwickshire.gov.uk Page 8 of 10
Warwickshire Prevent Training PREVENT TRAINING IN WARWICKSHIRE 2021/22 A refreshed programme of Prevent training events for 2021/22: ONLINE COURSES POG - PREVENT ONLINE GROOMING TRAINING: A maximum of 30 attendees per session. Date Location 2pm - 4pm 10am- 12pm 2pm - 4pm 2pm - 4pm 10am - 12pm 10am - 12pm 10am - 12pm Thursday 29th July 2021 Monday 27th September 2021 Monday 25th October 2021 Monday 22nd November 2021 Tuesday 14th December 2021 Monday 24th January 2022 Tuesday 15th March 2022 This course option provides a guide to how social media and gaming can be used to groom vulnerable individuals, not just through radicalisation, but other forms of potential harm. The content includes, the impact of different social media apps, the Dark Web, gaming as well as guides to help keep safe online. Over the last 12 months there have been a significant number of risks and challenges that have occurred to safety online, with the impact of COVID-19 in particular making it even more important that we help to keep vulnerable people safe from harm. This course provides an excellent practical and up-to-date introduction to these topics. To attend one of these sessions, please contact Nicola Stocker at nicolastocker@warwickshire.gov.uk Page 9 of 10
Promoting Online Safety Online Safety Leaflet: We have prepared a guide to help keep young people safe online. Over the last year, during the pandemic, colleagues will be aware that more people have spent time at home online, with more extremist and conspiracy content than before seeking to target vulnerable individuals. This leaflet provides very practical guidance specifically to help parents and carers keep the household safe. We would be very grateful if you are able to assist in making this widely available by sending it, or linking the information through your own organisation. You can access the full leaflet here If any school or organisation would like to organise training for either staff, or for parents, on this topic then please contact Nicola Stocker - nicolastocker@warwickshire.gov.uk Page 10 of 10
