16 outrages since 2010

A SHIFT has been seen in the types of terrorists police are dealing with, their methodology and “vector of attack”, Neil Basu said.

The Metropolitan Police Assistant Commissioner said 16 attacks had been carried out since 2010, with 15 by “lone actors”.

But he said this was a poor definition as they rarely operated completely alone, often discussing plans with someone else, although they were not directed, supported or financed by a terror group.

While the ability of terrorist groups to “direct and inspire overseas” had been limited, he warned the power of media and propaganda had not diminished.