Theresa May, the Home Secretary, will today introduce legislation to the Commons intended to give Britain some of the “toughest powers in the world” against terrorism.
The Counter-Terrorism and Security Bill, to be introduced to the Commons today, is intended to counter the threat posed by Britons who have aligned themselves to Isil.
It contains provisions intended to prevent people travelling to Syria and Iraq to fight, halt them from returning if they do, and to curb the spread of jihadist ideology.
The Home Secretary described the measures as “considered and targeted”.
"We are in the middle of a generational struggle against a deadly terrorist ideology. These powers are essential to keep up with the very serious and rapidly changing threats we face,” she said.
The measures involve: » | Matthew Holehouse, Political Correspondent | Wednesday, November 26, 2014
