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To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what measures are being taken to prevent youth recruitment into paramilitary organisations.
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what measures are being taken to prevent youth recruitment into paramilitary organisations.
Paramilitary organisations cause harm to their communities and use intimidation and fear to exert influence and control. Paramilitarism will never be justified, and any recruitment being undertaken by paramilitary organisations only serves to prevent people from moving forward with their lives and set children on a regrettable path of criminality.
The Executive Programme on Paramilitarism and Organised Crime, which is jointly funded by the Northern Ireland Executive and UK Government, works to tackle the presence of paramilitaries through evidence-based early interventions, targeted law enforcement measures and initiatives that provide direct support to help build safer communities which are more resilient to paramilitarism.
Socio-economic interventions supported by the Programme aid victims and address the vulnerabilities that lead to involvement in paramilitary activity. Other projects help communities reject paramilitary influence by addressing recruitment and control tactics.
Using a public health approach, the Programme aims to drive long-term systems change across public services. The “Ending the Harm” communication strategy highlights the negative influence of paramilitary organisations on communities and serves as an effective deterrent.
I would also recognise the extraordinary efforts of community and voluntary organisations working day in and day out to support young people at risk of recruitment.
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what assessment has been made of recent trends in paramilitary activity.
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what assessment has been made of recent trends in paramilitary activity.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland and security partners monitor the activity and assess the threat, risk and harm from paramilitaries in order to inform their operational response. Additionally, the Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre constantly reviews the threat level from Northern Ireland Related Terrorism (NIRT), with formal reviews twice a year.
Despite recent security incidents in Dunmurry and Lurgan, the threat level from NIRT in Northern Ireland has remained SUBSTANTIAL since the reduction in March 2024.
That this House commemorates the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks in the United States; remembers the 2,977 innocent lives lost, including 67 British citizens, and the countless families whose lives were forever altered on that fateful day; pays tribute to the immense bravery of the first responders, including firefighters, police officers, and medical personnel, who risked and sacrificed their lives to save others; acknowledges that 9/11 was a world-shifting event that fundamentally reshaped global security, international relations, and our collective consciousness; emphasises the enduring importance of remembering this tragedy to ensure that future generations understand the profound impact of terrorism and the vital need to continue to defend democratic values and freedom; and reaffirms the UK’s steadfast commitment to standing united with our allies against extremism and against those who believe that terrorism could ever be an acceptable tool understanding that there is always an alternative to this form of evil.
That this House commemorates the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks in the United States; remembers the 2,977 innocent lives lost, including 67 British citizens, and the countless families whose lives were forever altered on that fateful day; pays tribute to the immense bravery of the first responders,...
That this House remembers the 32 members of the Prison Service who lost their lives largely as a result of civil unrest and the Troubles, due to their employment; expresses its profound gratitude to them for their faithful service to upholding and maintaining the justice system in Northern Ireland for the protection of the wider public; recognises the many others and their families who have been seriously injured or subject to prolonged verbal, psychological intimidation or abuse; acknowledges the deep importance of continuing to remember and commemorate the sacrifices of those who lost their lives in the prison service; further expresses sincere sympathy to the families and friends of all those who have lost their lives in the course of duty; and calls on the Government to support a memorial in each council area in Northern Ireland to honour the 32 lives lost.
That this House remembers the 32 members of the Prison Service who lost their lives largely as a result of civil unrest and the Troubles, due to their employment; expresses its profound gratitude to them for their faithful service to upholding and maintaining the justice system in Northern Ireland for...
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what recent assessment she has been made of the current terrorist threat level within the UK.
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what recent assessment she has been made of the current terrorist threat level within the UK.
The threat to the UK from all forms of terrorism is currently assessed as SEVERE, meaning an attack is highly likely.
The UK National Threat Level is set independently of Government by the Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre (JTAC), who take into account a wide range of intelligence, to ensure it accurately reflects the threat of a terrorist attack in the UK.
The government continue to work closely with the police and intelligence agencies to monitor and respond to the full range of terrorist threats facing the UK.
That this House marks the anniversary of the formation of the Ulster Defence Regiment on 1 April 1970; recognises the vital role played by the Regiment in maintaining security and supporting the rule of law in Northern Ireland during a period of significant unrest; pays tribute to the bravery, dedication and sacrifice of all those who served, including those who lost their lives in the line of duty; acknowledges the unique contribution made by locally recruited soldiers who served within their own communities; further recognises the lasting legacy of the Regiment and its successor units; and expresses its gratitude to all former members and their families for their service to the United Kingdom.
That this House marks the anniversary of the formation of the Ulster Defence Regiment on 1 April 1970; recognises the vital role played by the Regiment in maintaining security and supporting the rule of law in Northern Ireland during a period of significant unrest; pays tribute to the bravery, dedication...
That this House notes the 34th anniversary of The Teebane Massacre which took place on 17 January 1992 at a rural crossroads between Omagh and Cookstown in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland; remembers that a roadside bomb detonated and destroyed a van carrying 14 construction workers who had been repairing a Security Installation in Omagh; condemns once again the murder of eight men and the wounding of the rest in that van whose only crimes was to carry out construction work; further condemns the rhetoric that carrying out this work made them collaborators and subsequently targets of an evil band of people who had no respect for life; urges those with information to come forward highlighting that there has never been anyone charged or convicted for these cowardly and despicable murders; and continues to remember those families who mourn and those who are still living with the physical and mental scars to this day.
That this House notes the 34th anniversary of The Teebane Massacre which took place on 17 January 1992 at a rural crossroads between Omagh and Cookstown in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland; remembers that a roadside bomb detonated and destroyed a van carrying 14 construction workers who had been repairing a...
That this House remembers with sadness the atrocity carried out on Remembrance Sunday, 8 November 1987, in Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, when a bomb exploded during a service of remembrance, resulting in the murder of eleven people, with a twelfth victim later dying from injuries; highlights that no individual has ever been convicted for the murders arising from this attack and acknowledges the renewed calls from victims’ families and their representatives for legal action and a full examination of the circumstances surrounding the bombing, particularly in light of new information and investigative reporting that has come to light in recent weeks; and underlines that the legacy of those who lost their lives in Enniskillen will never be forgotten, and that their memory continues to strengthen the fight for justice and the resolve to oppose terrorism in all its forms.
That this House remembers with sadness the atrocity carried out on Remembrance Sunday, 8 November 1987, in Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, when a bomb exploded during a service of remembrance, resulting in the murder of eleven people, with a twelfth victim later dying from injuries; highlights that no individual has ever...
That this House marks the anniversary of the brutal murders of Ulster Defence Regiment Sergeant Kenneth Smyth and former Ulster Defence Regiment Soldier Daniel McCormick on 10 December 1971 by the IRA as they travelled to work; recognises that over five decades on, their families continue to grieve as no one has ever been brought to justice for this evil terrorist murder that saw these men brutally slain for no other reason than serving Queen and Country in the Ulster Defence Regiment and that the families still mourn their loss; notes the ongoing pain caused by the failure of those responsible to come forward with the truth; and extends heartfelt sympathy and support to all families in their enduring loss.
That this House marks the anniversary of the brutal murders of Ulster Defence Regiment Sergeant Kenneth Smyth and former Ulster Defence Regiment Soldier Daniel McCormick on 10 December 1971 by the IRA as they travelled to work; recognises that over five decades on, their families continue to grieve as no...
To ask the Solicitor General, what discussions she has had the Crown Prosecution Service on the adequacy of the number of prosecutions in relation to promoting terrorism.
To ask the Solicitor General, what discussions she has had the Crown Prosecution Service on the adequacy of the number of prosecutions in relation to promoting terrorism.
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has a strong record of bringing successful prosecutions in terrorism cases and works very closely with Counter Terrorism policing and partners to help build strong cases.
Cases are prosecuted by the specialist CPS Counter Terrorism Division. Recently published Home Office statistics confirmed that in the year ending 30 June 2025, of the 83 persons who were tried for all terrorism-related offences, 80 were convicted (96%).
There are several offences that can be used to prosecute those who promote terrorism, including offences of disseminating terrorist publications, encouraging terrorism, and for the preparation of acts of terrorism or to assist others in preparation of acts of terrorism.
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps her Department is taking to help tackle paramilitarism.
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps her Department is taking to help tackle paramilitarism.
The work to tackle paramilitarism in Northern Ireland is led by the Northern Ireland Executive and delivered through the Executive Programme on Paramilitarism and Organised Crime.
The UK Government provides 50% of the funding for the cross-Executive Programme: currently £8m per year. As announced in the Spending Review, a further £8m has been secured for the period from April 2026 to March 2027. The allocation of funding across the Programme is a matter for the Executive and the Programme Sponsor Group.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to address Iran's support for terrorism against (a) the UK and (b) the UK's allies.
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to address Iran's support for terrorism against (a) the UK and (b) the UK's allies.
On 7 May, I raised directly with the Iranian Ambassador Iran's unacceptable threats against the UK and its allies, including state-backed assassination plots and support for proscribed terrorist groups. The UK already has more than 450 sanctions designations in place on Iranian individuals, entities and criminal networks.
Furthermore, on 4 March the UK announced new measures to counter the threat from the Iran. This includes specifying Iran on the Enhanced Tier of the Foreign Influence Registration Scheme (FIRS), which will require anyone directed by Iran to conduct activity in the UK to register with the Home Office. Failure to do so will be a criminal offence. In concert with partners, the UK will continue to use all appropriate tools at our disposal to protect the UK and its allies against any threats from Iran.
That this House notes Mothering Sunday; considers those mothers specifically who lost a child during the Troubles in Northern Ireland; highlights the mothers who bravely stood in the gap and defended their fathers, husbands, sons and brothers in the fields and homes of Ulster and that many women also served in the UDR as greenfinches and some gave their lives; notes the role of motherhood in Northern Ireland as pivotal now and in the future to teach children to understand the identity of Ulster; underlines the loyalty of mothers in Ulster and that generations to come will remember the strength of their ancestors; and sends sympathies to those mothers grieving the loss of a child lost throughout the Troubles and that their legacies will not be forgotten.
That this House notes Mothering Sunday; considers those mothers specifically who lost a child during the Troubles in Northern Ireland; highlights the mothers who bravely stood in the gap and defended their fathers, husbands, sons and brothers in the fields and homes of Ulster and that many women also served...
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, how many people have been convicted of terrorism offences in the last 12 months.
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, how many people have been convicted of terrorism offences in the last 12 months.
In the year ending 30 September 2024, there were 72 trials for terrorism offences in England & Wales, 71 of which were convicted and 1 acquitted.
Further information on the use of police powers under terrorism and subsequent legislation can be found in the published quarterly statistics on GOV.UK: Operation of police powers under TACT 2000, to September 2024.
That this House notes the anniversary of the murder of Kenneth Smyth and his colleague Daniel McCormick on 10 December 1971 as they travelled to work; notes that Kenneth was off duty and that Daniel had left the UDR and they were slaughtered as they headed to work together; further notes that no one has ever been brought to justice for this evil terrorist murder that saw these men brutally slain for no other reason than serving Queen and Country in the UDR and that the families still mourn their loss; and urges Government to consider cases like Kenneth’s, when reforming legacy legislation to ensure criminals, like the perpetrators of this atrocity, are brought to justice.
That this House notes the anniversary of the murder of Kenneth Smyth and his colleague Daniel McCormick on 10 December 1971 as they travelled to work; notes that Kenneth was off duty and that Daniel had left the UDR and they were slaughtered as they headed to work together; further...
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That this House remembers the London Docklands bombing, where a 3,000lb device that included Libyan-supplied explosives detonated in a vehicle parked outside the Bashir family business on 9 February 1996 as the IRA ended an 18-month ceasefire; notes with sadness the death of Inam Bashir, who was killed in the newsagents along with colleague John Jeffries; highlights that the force of the bomb left 42 people badly injured; underlines the horrific damage caused by the blast and notes the subsequent conviction of IRA member James McArdle in 1998; sends deepest condolences and sympathies to all those who still bear the scars and memories of that day; and notes that the legacy of those who were killed will never be forgotten.
That this House remembers the London Docklands bombing, where a 3,000lb device that included Libyan-supplied explosives detonated in a vehicle parked outside the Bashir family business on 9 February 1996 as the IRA ended an 18-month ceasefire; notes with sadness the death of Inam Bashir, who was killed in the...
That this House remembers the Harrods bombing which took place on 17 December 1983, in which a car bomb placed by the IRA took the lives of three police officers, three civilians and injured more than 90 people; highlights the 37-minute warning which did not give enough time to clear the area on the Saturday before Christmas Eve, the busiest shopping day of the year; expresses our sincere and continuing sympathy to those who live without a loved one and those who live with the physical and emotional impact of that dreadful atrocity designed to take lives and injure as many as possible in the lead up to Christmas; and condemns utterly the actions of the IRA and Sinn Fein who defended them and continue to attempt to justify and eulogise those who engaged in despicable life changing activities.
That this House remembers the Harrods bombing which took place on 17 December 1983, in which a car bomb placed by the IRA took the lives of three police officers, three civilians and injured more than 90 people; highlights the 37-minute warning which did not give enough time to clear...
That this House notes the anniversary of the murder of Kenneth Smyth and his colleague Daniel McCormick on 10 December 1971 as they travelled to work together; further highlights that their families still openly grieve their loss and are calling for action to be taken against those who continue to withhold the truth of their slaughter; and expresses the deepest sympathy to these families who mourn with no hope of closure.
That this House notes the anniversary of the murder of Kenneth Smyth and his colleague Daniel McCormick on 10 December 1971 as they travelled to work together; further highlights that their families still openly grieve their loss and are calling for action to be taken against those who continue to...
That this House notes the 40th anniversary of the murder of Ulster Unionist MLA Edgar Graham who was gunned down outside Queen's University Belfast on 7 December 1983; highlights that whilst there was a conviction for withholding evidence from the police, no convictions have taken place for his murder; and expresses the continuing sorrow for the loss of a leading light in Unionism, slaughtered only because he was an effective unionist politician, to his family and colleagues who await any form of justice for his murder.
That this House notes the 40th anniversary of the murder of Ulster Unionist MLA Edgar Graham who was gunned down outside Queen's University Belfast on 7 December 1983; highlights that whilst there was a conviction for withholding evidence from the police, no convictions have taken place for his murder; and...