Extremism

Radicalisation can happen when a person develops extreme views or beliefs that support terrorist groups or activities. There are many ways that a person could become radicalised, and people can become exposed to radicalising influences in-person, or online. A person’s susceptibility to radicalisation may be linked to their vulnerability. A person can be vulnerable if they need special care, support or protection because of age, disability, risk of abuse, or neglect.

Common signs of radicalisation may include:

• Accessing extremist content online or downloading propaganda material
• Justifying the use of violence to solve societal issues
• Altering their style of dress or appearance to accord with an extremist group
• Being unwilling to engage with people who they see as different
• Using certain symbols associated with terrorist organisations.

If you are worried someone you know is being radicalised, visit the ACT Early website for advice. Anything you share will always be in confidence. Anyone who is being radicalised can be referred to Prevent and anyone can make a referral. Referring someone ensures they get the help they need to keep them and others safe.

• website: ACT Early website
• website: Get help for radicalisation concerns - GOV.UK

The aim of Prevent Duty is to stop people from becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism. Prevent is a national safeguarding programme that supports people who are at risk of becoming involved with terrorism through radicalisation. Prevent also extends to supporting the rehabilitation and disengagement of those already involved in terrorism.

The objectives of Prevent Duty are to

1. Tackle the ideological causes of terrorism
2. Intervene early to support people susceptible to radicalisation
3. Enable people who have already engaged in terrorism to disengage and rehabilitate.

• website: Get help if you're worried about someone being radicalised - the Prevent programme - GOV.UK

Channel is the safeguarding panel which supports Prevent. Led by Local Authorities, it is a programme which focuses on supporting people at an early stage who are identified as susceptible to being drawn into terrorism. It ensures people can receive support before they are exploited by those wanting them to embrace terrorist related activity.

Channel is a confidential and voluntary process where multi-agency safeguarding professionals meet to discuss support options. These support options include different interventions, addressing educational, vocational, mental health, and other vulnerabilities. Ideological support is also common, which may include discussion with credible ideological experts and faith leaders.

• website: Channel data privacy information notice - Guidance - GOV.UK

Encourage anyone to seek advice (check) if they have any concerns whatsoever.

Contact the Nottinghamshire Police Prevent Team; You can speak to the team informally before making a full referral.

• form: East Midlands Prevent Referral Form - Word document (external link)
• telephone: 101 extension 800 2962/2963
• email: prevent@notts.police.uk.

For more information on Prevent and how to get support, please visit:

• website: Get help is you're worried about someone being radicalised - GOV.UK (external link)

If you are worried about someone being drawn into radicalisation, call the Act Early support line 9am to 5pm every day to share you concern in confidence with a specially trained officer.

• telephone: 0800 011 3764
• website: Signs of radicalisation - what to look for (ACT Early) (external link)