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UK Security Service (MI5)

The UK Security Service, known as MI5, is the country's domestic intelligence agency responsible for protecting national security. Its main tasks include detecting and preventing threats like terrorism, espionage, and sabotage within the UK. MI5 gathers intelligence, monitors suspicious activities, and collaborates with other agencies to ensure safety while respecting civil liberties. It operates largely in secret to identify risks early and help authorities respond effectively, maintaining national security and public safety.