Sussex is a safe place to live and work - we want to keep it that way. The security and wellbeing of our communities is a priority for Sussex Police.

Secure in the Knowledge
'Secure in the Knowledge' is a booklet available to businesses across the country which highlights the vital role they can play in defeating terrorism.

The threat of unsecured fertiliser
A prime example of a group of people whose vigilance and care can help protect communities from the threat of terrorism is anyone who handles or stores fertiliser. Many of the most notorious terrorist attacks of the last 15 years, from Oklahoma City to Omagh, were carried out using fertiliser-based explosive devices – so it’s vital that fertiliser does not fall in to the wrong hands.

Even in relatively small quantities, fertiliser-based explosives can cause a great deal of destruction. Therefore, if you are someone who handles fertiliser in any capacity, you need to make sure it’s secure. Full details on how to go about doing this are contained on the government’s Secure Your Fertiliser website.

Counter Terrorist Security Adviser (CTSA)
Sussex Police, together with police forces throughout the United Kingdom, is better trained and equipped than ever to combat the threat of International and Domestic Terrorism.  The force, as part of the ongoing counter terrorism strategy, has dedicated Counter Terrorist Security Advisers (CTSA’s) who are coordinated, trained and tasked by the National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO), a specialist police organisation co-located with the Security Service in the National Security Advice Centre (NSAC).

The primary role of these advisers is to provide protective and counter terrorism security advice to support businesses.  The advice available takes into account both conventional and non-conventional terrorist techniques and the aim is to reduce vulnerability to terrorist threats.  The CTSA’s work closely with other Police Forces throughout the Country, Government Departments and other agencies.

For non-urgent crime prevention advice, businesses can contact their local Police Crime Reduction Officer, but if you feel your company could benefit from Counter Terrorism security advice, you can write to the following address:

Counter Terrorist Security Adviser
Sussex Police Headquarters
Malling House
Church Lane
Lewes
East Sussex
BN7 2DZ

Our message is for people to be alert but not alarmed.

We continue to urge the public and business communities to report anything suspicious or unusual to police.

Contact Sussex Police through our non-emergency number 0845 60 70 999 or via our Contact Us page. In an emergency, always dial 999.

Sussex Police need your help to protect our communities from terrorists and extremists. We welcome your contact, information and support.

We say a big “Thank You” to those people who come forward to report their concerns and suspicions. Your information will be followed up and action will be taken whenever appropriate. Please do contact us – even if it's just ‘a hunch’ – you may hold the missing jigsaw piece in an ongoing investigation.