We welcome a new counter-terrorism review by Lord Toby Harris.
In July, the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, commissioned Lord Harris to undertake a new wide-ranging review of London’s preparedness for a terrorist attack, against a backdrop of the changing nature of the threat of terrorism facing the capital.
London Fire Brigade Assistant Commissioner for Operational Resilience and Control Pat Goulbourne said:
“We welcome Lord Toby Harris’ report and echo the recognition that London Fire Brigade plays a critical role in the preparedness and response to terrorist attacks. Improvements to London’s ability to deal with terrorist attacks is in no small part down to the unwavering dedication and commitment to change of our staff and the joined up response of the blue light partners.
“As outlined in the report we are investing resources so that our firefighters are fully prepared to respond to marauding terrorist attacks, in partnership with colleagues in the emergency services. This will further improve our response to terror incidents when they occur and increase the safety of members of the public, which is at the heart of what we do.
“Working with the FBU we will ensure that the highest standard of training is provided and the appropriate level of personal protective equipment is made available to our front-line staff.
“The Brigade has learnt significant lessons from the 2017 terrorist attacks at London Brigade, Westminster, Finsbury Park and Parsons Green and will continue to adapt and transform to the threat the capital faces. We will study the report in detail and the recommendations made to us.”
Please find a link to the full Lord Harris review here: https://www.london.gov.uk/mopac-publications-0/london-prepared-city-wide-endeavour