‘Don’t lie down just run and hide!’ Government issues terror attack advice

By Ben Green, Acting Head of Digital

Published 19th Nov 2015, 15:07 BST

Security is being stepped up across the UK following the Paris attacks

The Government has published advice on what people should do in the event of a “firearms or weapons attack” in a public place.

According to the National Counter Terrorism Security Office, victims of a terrorist attack like the Paris shootings should attempt to run away from the scene first, as long as doing so would not expose them to greater danger.

They should also insist others leave with them, and make sure belongings are left behind.