Radicalisation, extremism and terrorism

UNDERSTANDING RADICALISATION, EXTREMISM AND TERRORISM

Find out the difference between radicalisation and extremism, and how these can lead to terrorism.

PREVENTING AND REPORTING EXTREMISM, RADICALISATION OR TERRORISM

If you need urgent help, call 999.

If you’re worried someone close is expressing extreme views or hatred, which could lead to them harming themselves or others, act early and tell the police your concerns in confidence. You won’t be wasting their time and you won’t ruin lives, but you might save them.

If you are worried about the radicalisation of a child, you can go to this page from the NSPCC for help.

Reporting possible terrorist or extremist activity helps us prevent terrorism and save lives. If it is an emergency, call 999 now.