Written question asked by Louise Ellman (Labour) on Thursday, 4 November 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 17 November 2004. It was answered by Lord Blunkett (Labour) on Wednesday, 17 November 2004 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if he will investigate the activities of (a) the Muslim Association of Britain and (b) Dr Azam Tamimi, spokesperson for the Association in relation to recent broadcast comments on incitement to UK citizens to become suicide bombers. - (Holding answer 9 November 2004).

Answer: Mrs. Ellman: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will investigate the activities of (a) the Muslim Association of Britain and (b) Dr. Azam Tamimi, spokesperson for the Association in relation to recent broadcast comments on incitement to UK citizens to become suicide bombers. [197133] Mr. Blunkett: [holding answer 9 November 2004]: The investigation of alleged criminal activity is a matter for the police service. Anyone with concerns that the actions of an individual may be criminal should report their suspicions to their local force. In the case of suspected terrorist acts, they could also call the Anti-Terrorist Hotline on 0800 789 321.

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