SENATOR JOHN FAULKNER
Minister for Defence
Wednesday, 05 August 2009
014/2009
DEFENCE BASE SECURITY REVIEW
Defence will conduct a review into defence base security in light of the method
of attack contemplated by the alleged terror cell apprehended in Melbourne
yesterday.
The review will be conducted by the Chief Security Officer with representation
from the services, Defence Support Group and Attorney-General’s
Department.
Defence maintains a framework of protective security measures to safeguard
Defence people and installations. This consists of a range of physical and
personnel security measures coupled with intelligence to provide a layered
response to mitigate threats.
However the Government has decided, given the circumstances, it is
appropriate to review current measures.
An initial assessment of the current adequacy of base security arrangements
will be finalised this month.
Media contacts:
Colin Campbell (John Faulkner):
02 6277 7800 or 0407 787 181
Defence Media Liaison:
02 6265 3343 or 0408 498 664
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