Anti-terror measures proposed for The Hoe and Barbican in Plymouth

Anti-terrorism measures are being considered for The Hoe and The Barbican.

A so-called Anti-Terrorism Traffic Regulation Order (ATTRO) has been requested by police.

The ATTRO would allow emergency services to close off or restrict access to roads and designated areas to improve safety and the response to potential threats.

While the ATTRO will only be activated when needed, it covers a large area - including Plymouth Hoe, the Barbican and nearby locations.

It will not affect daily activities unless activated, and it will replace most of the existing Temporary Traffic Regulation Orders (TTROs) for events.

Councillor Sally Haydon, Cabinet Member for Community Safety, explains: “While there’s no specific threat to Plymouth at this moment, crowded places can be targets for terrorism. We have all seen the awful events that have happened in other around the world, from the tragic attack on London Bridge in 2017, and more recently the Magdeburg car attack in Germany.

“Having an ATTRO in place means we’re prepared to act swiftly to protect everyone. It’s about being proactive and ensuring we have the right tools to safeguard our community.”

• The ATTRO will not see the installation of any permanent barriers or permanent vehicle mitigation measures within the highlighted map area.
• The ATTRO will not change the overall base layout of roads or public pathways, nor will it result in any roadworks.
• The ATTRO will not affect day-to-day business operations unless activated.

The council wants the public to have their say on the plans and has stressed the measures will not impact daily life.

For more information on the ATTRO, including FAQs, go to: www.plymouth.gov.uk/traffic-and-road-safety-schemes