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is this all a bit macabre, am i too sceptical?

even if i was confident in the effectiveness of public security agencies (i'm not) even those agencies are encouraging the public to involve themselves in their own security and the security of others. I can't board a train without being exhorted to "See It, Say It, Sorted!" in relation to hostile recon and suspect packages. NACTSO and ProtectUK provide extensive training to anyone. If you work in hospitality, even a small cafe, it's quite possible Matrix have provided guidance on what kinds of suspect packages should be reported in order to reduce false positives and false negatives.

the current uk threat level is Substantial. or if you want that in english the next attack is when, not if.

the last uk spree killing to make the international news was the Southport stabbing, 30 miles from my front door. 3 children were stabbed to death, 6 more children and 2 adults critically wounded.

in the 20th cen the ira hit liverpool during 3 separate mainland bombing campaigns.

so security awareness has been a factor my whole life. i don't particularly think the thread is macabre, it's simply based on my life experience and the present situation.