Is the U.K. at Risk of Paris-Style Attacks?

Andrew Parker of MI5 calls for enhanced powers due to rising terrorist threats and decreasing surveillance capabilities. The Paris attacks serve as a reminder of global threats, but no direct link to UK attacks is suggested. MI5 has increased security at Eurostar points and is lobbying for better data access. The UK's terror threat level remains high, with several attacks thwarted. Business impacts are uncertain, with a focus on cyber threats in the financial district.

What is Andrew Parker's main concern regarding MI5's current capabilities?

• The lack of funding for MI5 operations

• The outdated technology used by MI5

• The increasing number of terrorist threats and decreasing capabilities to counter them

• The need for more international cooperation

What change has MI5 implemented in response to recent security concerns?

• Enhanced security at Eurostar endpoints

• Increased surveillance in public areas

• Introduction of new cybersecurity measures

• Deployment of more security personnel in London

What is the current threat level in the UK as discussed in the transcript?

• Moderate

• Critical

• Low

• High

How has the focus of security threats shifted in the UK over the past year or two?

• From cyber threats to physical attacks

• From physical attacks to cyber threats

• From domestic threats to international threats

• From international threats to domestic threats

What legacy security measure is mentioned as still being present in the City of London?

• Security checkpoints at all entrances

• Surveillance cameras

• The Ring of Steel

• Increased police patrols