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Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Bill - Clause 23 - Terrorism sentence with fixed licence period: Scotland
22 March 2021
Lead MP
Chris Philp
Debate Type
Bill Debate
Tags
Justice & Courts
Other Contributors: 6
At a Glance
Chris Philp raised concerns about counter-terrorism and sentencing bill - clause 23 - terrorism sentence with fixed licence period: scotland in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Nigel Evans
Con
Constituency Unknown
Encouraged MPs to make short contributions and participate remotely without imposing time limits.
Conor McGinn
Lab
St Helens North
Acknowledged Minister’s conduct in discussing the bill. Raised concerns about effectiveness of new tools proposed and lack of information on lone wolf terrorists review. Welcomed government concessions but questioned their adequacy. Emphasised the need for a responsive approach to emerging threats.
Bob Neill
Con
Bromley and Chislehurst
Supported the Bill, commending government’s listening and compromise. Praised position on burden of proof and five-year limit as sensible compromises. Emphasised importance of balancing citizen protection with rule of law.
Stuart McDonald
SNP
Cumbernauld, Kilsyth and Kirkintilloch East
Acknowledged engagement on Scottish concerns but raised concerns about the doubling of TPIM restrictions period while lowering proof standard. Suggested four years was sufficient concession and believed reasonable belief standard is lower than balance of probabilities.
Alistair Carmichael
Lib Dem
Orkney and Shetland
Called for evidence to justify extension from four years to five years, expressing concern that without proper justification, Government risks judicial intervention.
Supported TPIM measures as a last resort and argued they ensure public safety, emphasising stronger sentencing, improved monitoring and agility against evolving threats.
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