CT Policing online activity analysis capability
Counter Terrorism Policing’s capability to access and analyse data relating to a referred person’s online activity should be reviewed in the context of Prevent referrals, to determine whether staff have the technical tools required to undertake this assessment. The Home Office and Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters should ensure this review is conducted.
How was this evidence gathered?
Response
Accepted
Response
AcceptedThe Home Office and CTP are working together to deliver this recommendation. Progress to date:
- The Prevent National Referral Form was updated in 2024 to include a request to provide the individual's social media handle.
- The Prevent Assessment Framework, rolled out in January 2025, requires consideration and recording of online activity throughout.
- Evaluation of the Prevent Assessment Framework is ongoing and any improvements to the tool and accompanying guidance will be considered as part of that process.
- CTP will provide the Inquiry with further updates on the expected date for completing this work.
Progress Timeline
Government response published 2 July 2026 (CP 1623). The government accepted this recommendation; the lead department reports implementation is in progress.
Awaiting government response. Phase 1 report published 13 April 2026.