Proceeding contribution from Diane Abbott (Labour) in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 14 November 2007. It occurred during Ministerial statement on National Security.
National Security
On the 28 days question, the Prime Minister refers to the views of Liberty in a way that will surprise many, not least the organisation itself. Is it not the case that Liberty's precise view is that in the unlikely event of there being multiple—three or four, perhaps—terrorist attacks on the mainland, the Government do not need new powers as they already have the necessary powers for that remote set of circumstances? Is it not the case that Liberty remains adamantly opposed to any extension of pre-charge detention beyond 28 days, both on principle and for the pragmatic reasons that have been raised in the House?
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- 2007-08
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- Criminal proceedings Crime prevention Detainees Charities Deportation Buildings Airports Design Community relations Women Finance Internet Facilities National security Powers Ports Railway stations Media Public libraries Universities Terrorism Schools Training Young people Security Sports Islam UK Border Agency
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