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VUNI IULIE
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NEGOTIATIONS.
23.
Negotiations
are
initially conducted by the first
contact with the terrorists. He
responsible official in
will be replaced, if practicable, by trained Police negotiators as Boon as possible. Their aim will be to attempt to resolve the incident peacefully in accordance with the Government's policy.
THE NEWS MEDIA
24.
counter-terrorist
It is important from the outset of a terrorist incident that effective steps are taken to control the release of information to the media to ensure that
Government's
response and Police operations are not compromised.
The Director of
Information Services (DIS) will therefore ensure that all press releases and statements pertinent to the incident are referred to the CP for operational clearance prior to issue. The DIS will also obtain the co-operation of the media and in consultation with the CP prepare suitable press lines for Government-wide usa. All major policy statements, however, must be approved by the GSC prior to issue.
COMMUNICATIONS AND SECURITY
25.
Telephones,
facsimilies
and
teleprinter
communications should make use of protected circuits.
26.
In the circumstances of a terrorist incident,
there is a clear threat to the safety of the public, hostages and members of the security forces. It will be of paramount importance to adhere to the requirements of Security Regulations 310-315 concerning the discussion of classified information and the use of telephones and other communications equipment.
CONFIDENTIAL
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