AIR729 - Human Security Challenges in the UK: Policy Briefing Paper

This policy briefing paper analyzes human security challenges within the United Kingdom, focusing on the role of the Department for International Development (DFID). The report identifies key threats such as espionage, terrorism, cyber threats, and poverty, and examines their impact on human security. Espionage, driven by foreign intelligence services, poses risks to national security and economic interests. Terrorism, both international and domestic, undermines human rights, democracy, and social stability. Cyber threats target governments, businesses, and individuals, disrupting online services and compromising privacy. Poverty, exacerbated by factors like Brexit, leads to social and economic marginalization. The paper provides a comprehensive overview of these issues and concludes with recommendations to mitigate these threats and enhance human security in the UK. The study emphasizes the need for proactive measures to protect the population and maintain a healthy environment for living.