Prevent
The purpose of Prevent is to support people susceptible to radicalisation from becoming drawn into terrorism. Prevent operates in a similar way to other preventative initiatives which protect and safeguard vulnerable individuals at risk of being harmed.
Prevent also aims to tackle the causes of radicalisation by supporting statutory organisations, the voluntary sector, local communities through raising awareness of extremism and building community resilience.
The Counter Terrorism and Security Act 2015 placed a statutory duty on specified authorities to have due regard to the need to Prevent people from being drawn into terrorism. Specified authorities outlined within this duty include Local Authorities, Police, Schools and Registered providers, Further and Higher Education, Health, Prisons and Probation.
Stoke-on-Trent’s Channel Panel
Stoke-on-Trent’s Channel Panel meets monthly, is attended by safeguarding professionals who meet to discuss how best they can reduce the risk of an individual being drawn into terrorism based on the circumstances of each person. Support options can encompass an array of different interventions, addressing educational, vocational, mental health, and other vulnerabilities.
Channel works in a similar way to existing safeguarding partnerships aimed at protecting vulnerable people and is designed to work with individuals of any age who are at risk of being exploited by extremists.
How do I access support?
We all have a responsibility to safeguard individuals from being drawn into harmful behaviour.
If you are concerned that someone is being radicalised and want to access support for them through Stoke-on-Trent’s Channel Panel which is Chaired by a senior safeguarding lead at the city council then make a Prevent referral using the Prevent National Referral Form.
If you think a child or adult is in immediate danger, call 999.
Useful Resources
- Staffordshire Police Prevent team
- Staffordshire Police (non-emergency) - call 101
- Online Prevent Training Courses
- Educate Aganist Hate
- Homes Office - How Prevent Supports People
Contact Us
If you would like more information about Prevent training then contact Stoke -on-Trent City Council on 01782 238771.