MI5’s Assessment of the UK’s Changing Security Threats

MI5 chief Ken McCallum outlines how the UK’s national security environment is changing, with state threats and artificial intelligence among the issues facing the agency. A security correspondent discusses examples and explains why the response involves more than intelligence services alone.

- MI5’s annual threat assessment: Russia, Iran and the continuing risk of terrorism
- AI-related concerns, including potential uses in attacks and the development of biological threats
- The role of the public, industry and academia in supporting national security

For viewers seeking a concise overview of the threats highlighted by MI5 and the agency’s stated priorities, this report provides context and examples. It focuses on the assessment and broader shared responsibilities, rather than detailed personal security instructions; viewers can use it to better understand the issues and the role different parts of society may play.