Counter-terrorism Powers: Reconciling Security and Liberty in an Open Society
This consultation document explores how best to protect society from terrorism while retaining personal freedoms and rights. Including:
- An explanation of the threat we face and the way in which Al Qaida organise their activities
- An examination of the part 4 powers of the Anti Terrorism Crime and Security Act 2001 (ATCSA) and a defence of their use
- The need for a wider debate on how to strike an effective balance between security and liberty
- An analysis of the recommendations of Lord Newton and Lord Carlile, who have reviewed existing legislation, and of powers used in foreign countries as a starting point for a discussion.
This consultation paper is in response to the The Newton Report, which recommends that the Part 4 powers in the Anti-Terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2001 (ATCS Act) should be replaced by new legislation.
Part two of the document includes the Government response to The Newton Report.
Date: Wed Feb 25 17:01:46 GMT 2004
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