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<p>The department has been made aware of a small number of incidents of this nature
initiated by individuals who have Islamist and other extremist views.</p><p>The department
is clear that it is never acceptable to threaten or intimidate teachers and schools.
Where the department has been aware of incidents of this nature, it has engaged with
the school, local authority and the police to ensure an appropriate response.</p><p>The
police, who are operationally independent, are responsible for investigating criminal
activity associated with these incidents and will take action where they deem appropriate.</p><p>To
support the sector, the department has published School and College security guidance,
which includes dealing with incidents such as bomb threats.</p><p> </p><p> </p>
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