Cabinet Office Briefing Rooms

The Cabinet Office Briefing Rooms, known as COBR or COBRA, are secure meeting spaces in the UK government used for high-level crisis management. When a significant emergency or national incident occurs—such as a terrorist attack, natural disaster, or security threat—top officials, security experts, and ministers gather here to coordinate responses, share information, and make decisions quickly. The rooms are equipped with advanced communication tools to ensure effective coordination across agencies, helping the government respond effectively to urgent situations while maintaining confidentiality and security.