Terrorist attacks in New Zealand can’t be ruled out.

UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe abroad and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out more about the global threat from terrorism.

You should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks, which could be in public places including those visited by foreigners.

On 15 March 2019, a series of shootings took place at the Al Noor and Linwood mosques in Christchurch. Fifty-one people were killed and many more injured.

There’s a heightened threat of terrorist attack globally against UK interests and British nationals, from groups or individuals motivated by the conflict in Iraq and Syria. You should be vigilant at this time.