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Countering Terrorism

21 January 2020

Proposing MP
Priti Patel Con
Witham
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses a comprehensive review and shift in the UK's approach to counter-terrorism following recent terrorist attacks.

Action Requested

A package of measures includes doubling the number of counter-terrorism probation officers, an independent review led by Jonathan Hall QC, introduction of the Counter-Terrorism (Sentencing and Release) Bill with tougher sentencing guidelines, increased CT policing funding to £906m in 2020-21, and a £500k investment to support victims through the Victims of Terrorism Unit.

Key Facts

  • The package includes doubling the number of counter-terrorism probation officers.
  • Jonathan Hall QC will lead an independent review of multi-agency public protection arrangements.
  • A new Counter-Terrorism (Sentencing and Release) Bill will be introduced within the first 100 days of the Government.
  • CT policing funding will grow to £906m in 2020-21, a £90m year-on-year increase.
  • The Victims of Terrorism Unit will receive an immediate investment of £500k.
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