Lancashire County Council has approved a revised strategy to combat terrorism risks within its jurisdiction. The 'Prevent Strategy' focuses on addressing the ideological roots of terrorism and intervening early to support vulnerable individuals susceptible to radicalization.
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The document was approved at a recent meeting of County Hall’s cabinet, but its contents were not published publicly for what cabinet member for community and cultural services Peter Buckley described as “obvious reasons”. It was, however, able to be viewed by all county councillors.
Lancashire’s strategy had been due for a refresh two years ago, but the process was put on hold until the government released new guidance, as well as its response to the 34 recommendations from an independent review of Prevent. County Cllr Buckley said the new local policy incorporated all of the “national updates”.
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