Manchester businesses are invited to attend Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) Awareness Training. It is encouraged for all businesses operating a licensed premises in Manchester city centre.

ACT Awareness is part of the city’s commitment public safety following the 2017 Arena attack. The training is administrated by CityCo in partnership with Manchester City Council, Greater Manchester Police and North West Counter Terrorism Unit.

The session is delivered by NaCTSO/Protect UK and National Protective Security Authority trained advisors.

Training content is designed to raise vigilance of the current terrorist threat to the UK and provide businesses with protective advice and guidance.

The training is supported by Figen Murray OBE. Read more about Figen’s campaigning work and Martyn’s Law on her website.

Who Should Attend

The training is for Venue Managers, Assistant GMs, Operations Managers, Bar Managers, Front of House.

Training Agenda

Introduction to Counter-Terrorism
Current Threat in the UK
Identifying and Responding to Suspicious Behaviour
Identifying and Dealing with Suspicious Items
Responding to a Firearms or Weapons Attack

PACT Kits

Attendees will also be taken through the city’s new PAcT Kit scheme at the end of the session, with guidance around how to use the First Aid Kits.

Please register each attendee separately.

To update any company contact details, email events@cityco.com