The terrorist attack atLondon Bridge on Fridayprovided a harrowing reminder of the security threats we face, and the challenge of defending the freedoms we prize. The horrific attack was met with breath-taking courage from members of the public who tackled the perpetrator, and the brave professionalism of police and medics who stopped the rampage and tended to the victims. They are all in our thoughts.
The Prime Minister chaired a Cobra meeting on Friday to lead the response, and the Government will take every measure to keep our citizens safe – as difficult as it is to intercept every ‘lone wolf’ attack, which have become increasingly common.
Last year, the counter-terrorism policing budget …
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