Australians have been warned to exercise caution in the UK.
The latest update from smartraveller.gov.au, updated at the start of the week advises “Exercise a high degree of caution in the UK due to the threat of terrorism.”
For safety Australians in the UK are encouraged to:
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- Avoid areas where protests and riots are occurring due to the potential for disruption and violence. Monitor the media for information and updates. Follow the instructions of local authorities.
- International terrorists have staged attacks in the UK. The UK Government’s national terrorism threat level is ‘substantial’, meaning it assesses an attack is likely.
- The terrorism threat level for Northern Island has been reduced from ‘severe’ to ‘substantial’, meaning an attack is likely.
- Islamic extremism, extreme right-wing ideology and the status of Northern Ireland contribute to the threat. Always be alert to terrorism. Take official warnings seriously.
Further details can be found at https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/
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