British intelligence (UK)

British intelligence refers to the UK's agencies responsible for gathering and analyzing information related to national security, defense, and foreign policy. The main agencies are MI5, which focuses on domestic security and counter-espionage; MI6 (SIS), handling overseas intelligence and covert operations; and GCHQ, tasked with signals intelligence and cybersecurity. These agencies work together to identify threats, prevent espionage, terrorism, and cyber-attacks, while safeguarding the country's interests globally. They operate under strict legal frameworks and collaborate with allies to ensure national safety and inform government decisions.