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Reviewed: 21 August 2009, 13:58 NZDT
Still current at:
08 November 2009
There is some risk to your security in the United Kingdom due to the threat from terrorism and we advise caution.
New Zealanders travelling and resident in the United Kingdom are advised to take account of the terror threat level assigned by the British authorities when making travel decisions. For the latest alert level, and more information, see the United Kingdom Home Office website. It is also recommended you monitor the media for information about threats to your safety and security in the United Kingdom.
On 29 June 2007, two car bombs were defused in central London. The first was outside the ‘Tiger Tiger’ nightclub on the Haymarket, a shopping and entertainment area. The second was discovered in a car that had been towed from near Trafalgar Square to a car park in Park Lane. On 30 June 2007, a petrol-filled, four-wheel drive vehicle was rammed into Glasgow airport.
The political situation in Northern Ireland has improved since the 1998 peace agreement. However incidents of sectarian violence and dissident activity continue to occur on occasions. The annual parades which occur during the period April to August and particularly leading up to 12 July have the potential to turn violent and we recommend you avoid them.
New Zealanders travelling or resident in the United Kingdom should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies in place.
New Zealanders traveling or resident in the United Kingdom are encouraged to register their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
For information on current aviation security measures in the United Kingdom see the Department of Transport website.
See our regional advice for Europe
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