Anti-terror campaign urges Scots to be vigilant

Scots are being urged to look out for suspicious behaviour as part of a Ukwide campaign to prevent terrorism.

The Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) initiative has brought together Police Scotland and other UK forces led by counterterrorism police to give a united message in raising awareness.

Research carried out by counter-terrorism police found three-quarters of people who live in Scotland are concerned about terrorism but many are unclear about what they should be looking out for.

Police Scotland said examples of suspicious activity could include hiring large vehicles for no obvious reason, storing a large amount of chemicals, fertilisers or gas cylinders for no obvious reasons, taking notes or photos of security arrangements or inspecting CCTV cameras and looking at extremist material.

Assistant Chief Constable Steve Johnson said: “We work tirelessly with security partners to identify and thwart the terrorist threat. The public can also play a crucial role in helping to keep communities safe and we would encourage anyone with suspicions to report their concerns.”

Officers said suspicious activity can be reported to Police Scotland on 101 or 999 in an emergency, or online at gov.uk/act.