We are the UK government's National Technical Authority for physical and personnel protective security
People are an organisation's biggest asset, however, in some cases, they can also pose an insider risk. With research, partnerships, and intelligence, NPSA provides a recommended programme, tools and guidance, to help organisations prevent, manage and recover from an insider event.
What's New
High-risk individuals may be exposed to threats to their personal safety and security. If you are a high-risk individual, this guidance aims to help you protect yourself and those close to you from a range of threats.
Election Security
The aim of NPSA’s defending democracy programme is to protect the democratic integrity of the UK. We will focus on safeguarding its democratic institutions, election and wider processes, and people from a range of national security threats
Insider risk
We are encouraging any and all organisations to “Be Insider Risk Ready” under a new campaign we are launching in 2024
Personnel security
NPSA works with partners and organisations to develop security measures that ensure your safety at venues and public spaces, some of these are more obvious than others, this campaign is to reassure you that there is SECURITY ON YOUR SIDE
Trusted research
Learn more about the risks associated with international collaboration and how to protect your research.
Working with NPSA
Click on each of the below videos to find out about the experiences of existing customers from the following sectors:
We work with universities to develop guidance on how to undertake research safely and securely
NPSA can help the emerging technology sector operate securely and safely
We can help those working in and around public premises and events
NPSA can help you protect your science and technological advantage
Featured Guidance
NPSA's innovative app allows users to identify the hallmarks of fake profiles used by foreign spies and other malicious actors.
The UK’s thriving science and technology sector is at risk of being compromised by certain states for their technological, economic, political, and military gain. Secure your success.
Learn more about the risks associated with international collaboration and how to protect your research.
Security advice that can help startups protect their innovation.
Guidance to help practitioners determine the vehicle-borne threat, assess site strengths and vulnerabilities, and identify suitable options for HVM (Hostile Vehicle Mitigation).