Local businesses have been given a unique opportunity to learn valuable lessons in helping identify measures that would aid them in preventing and handling a terrorist attack.

Project ARGUS is a National Counter Terrorism Security Office initiative, which takes businesses through a simulated terrorist attack, using a multi-media simulation.

A free event held at St. Brides Hotel, Saundersfoot, last week, saw a series of questions and challenges put to participants, both individually and as a group.

"This simulation provides you with a unique opportunity to both learn from and contribute to valuable lessons helping to protect you, your business and your community, whether you are a national chain or a small business," explained counter terrorism security adviser DC Max Bevan, of Dyfed Powys Police.

"The event explores your options, what is likely to happen in the event of a terrorist attack, and what your priorities should be.

"Project Argus highlights the importance of being prepared and having the necessary plans in place to help safeguard your staff, customers and your company assets," he added.