Introduction to Information & Intelligence

Question 1

What are the 3 levels within the National Intelligence Model?

Answer 1

Level 1: (Local BCU level) Local crime (can include most serious crime) and anti-social behaviour

Level 2: (Force & Regulation) Force, interforce and regional activity, usually requiring additional resources

Level 3: (National & International) Most serious and organised crime

Question 2

What is the key feature of the National Intelligence Model (NIM)?

Answer 2

The Tasking & Coordinating Process which is overseen by Tasking & Coordination Groups

Question 3

What are the two types of Tasking & Coordination Group (T&CG) meetings?

What does each do?

Answer 3

Strategic T&CG Meetings:
- Deals with serious Level 2 crime
- Initiates a Control Strategy
Long-term strategy document

Tactical T&CG Meetings
- At BCU level
- Apply the planned response to the Control Strategy
- Can call other agencies to assist in tactical decisions
Review the current progress of current operations and approaches

Question 4

What are the 5WHs?

Answer 4

What
When
Where
Why
Who

& How

Question 5

Intelligence should be:

ROTAS

Answer 5

Relevant
Objective
Timely
Accurate
Specific