19 Jun 2017
On 19 June 2017, a vehicle collided with pedestrians outside a mosque in Finsbury Park, North London, causing a number of injuries. Roads in the area have been closed and there is an increased presence of police in the area. Remain vigilant and follow the instructions of local authorities. Police are still investigating the incident. The level of advice has not changed. Exercise normal safety precautions in the United Kingdom.
- Exercise normal safety precautions in the UK. Use common sense. Look out for suspicious behaviour, as you would in Australia. Monitor the media and other sources for changes to local travelling conditions. UK authorities assess the threat level from international terrorism as 'severe' (level 4 of 5). This threat level means that a terrorist attack is very likely.
More information: Terrorism and national emergencies (UK Government)
UK authorities have increased the police presence at public events and on public transport and have urged members of the public to:
- Be alert to the danger of terrorism
- Look out for suspicious behaviour or unattended bags on public transport and in other public places
- Look out for other signs of possible terrorist activity
- Report suspicious behaviour and unattended bags to the police
- Take heed of any official warnings
- Follow the advice of local authorities.
