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Scotland's Response To 'Critical' Terror Threat Level

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First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said that the people of Scotland must not allow terrorism to triumph and should go about their business as usual.



Following confirmation that the UK's terror threat level has been raised to 'critical', the First Minister chaired a further Resilience Committee meeting in the early hours of yesterday morning, which was attended by the Deputy First Minister, the Justice Secretary, the Lord Advocate and senior officers from Police Scotland.

At the meeting, ministers were briefed by Police Scotland about the practical implications for Scotland of the heightened security status.

The First Minister said; "While raising the UK terror threat level to 'critical' has been judged a necessary response to the despicable attack in Manchester, we must not allow terrorism to triumph.

"Police Scotland have already visibly increased their presence in locations such as transport hubs and city centers as a precaution. Security arrangements for upcoming public events including this weekend's Scottish Cup Final, are being thoroughly reviewed and the public should anticipate additional safety measures such as full body and bag searches.

"Our emergency services prepare extensively for situations such as this, and those well-rehearsed plans are now being put into practice."
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