This book offers an analysis of the threats facing the UK and its policy responses, presented under the framework of the Government's National Security Strategy. It contains opinions from leading figures across relevant agencies, including the National Security Council and members of ACPO, as well as case studies. A Guide to National Security offers an analysis of the threats and policy responses facing the UK, presented within the framework of the Government's National Security Strategy and the Strategic Defence and Security Review. It explores the processes and developments which have shaped the transformation ofnational security over the last three decades, and critically examines the processes of politicisation and securitisation that have delivered the new strategic vision.This book provides a number of fascinating and critical points for those interested in the UK's own national security organization, from those working in intelligence, counter-terrorism and organised crime within the police, staff within the national intelligence agencies, and policy advisers and officials. However, the contemporary era of globalisation means that it also has resonancesfor anyone involved in such issues across the Western world and beyond. INDICE: PART ONE - THREATS Introduction Setting the Scene: The Threat Picture in a Globalised World Tier One Threats Tier Two Threats Tier Three Risks PART TWO - RESPONSES Responses PART THREE - STRATEGIES Administering National Security: Governmental Strategies and Structures Boots on the Ground: Restructuring Military Capability Fighting Asymmetric Conflicts Domestic Policies: Counter-radicalisation and Counter-terrorism Partnerships: EU, the UN, NATO, and the 'Special Relationship' Conclusions
- ISBN: 978-0-19-965506-9
- Editorial: Oxford University
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 200
- Fecha Publicación: 23/02/2012
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés