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26 February 2007
Home Secretary John Reid issued the following statement after a court ruled today that terror suspect Abu Qatada can be deported.
The Home Secretary said:
'We welcome the decision of the Special Immigration Appeals Commission that Abu Qatada presents a threat to our national security and can be deported.
'We are also pleased that the court has recognised the value of Memoranda of Understanding. It is our firm belief that these agreements strike the right balance between allowing us to deport individuals who threaten the security of this country and safeguarding the rights of these individuals on their return.
'I am very pleased that the court has confirmed this, and that this procedure will enable us to meet our international obligations.'
