Terrorism Related Articles
A selection of terrorism related articles from our blog. Following a speight of terrorist attacks in the UK and overseas, terrorism is forever in the news – and as laws change, we provide information and advice on how this ever-changing aspect of law could affect you.
Control of Explosives Precursors and Poison
A review into causing death by dangerous driving sentencing is taking place following the increase in the maximum penalty to life. What’s the issue?
How changes in Immigration laws will impact on criminal law
The government recently announced a range of proposals regarding immigration, but how does this affect criminal law?
Covert Human Intelligence Sources
The Government are looking to introduce The Covert Human Intelligence Sources Bill – but it faces some opposition over some of the more controversial tactics used. So is it providing a greater good?
Secrets & Spies – The Official Secrets Act
The Official Secrets Act protects the United Kingdom against the leaking of sensitive information and spying – and has become ever more complex.
Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Bill
The Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Bill, is designed to further strengthen the approach taken to the sentencing and release of terrorism offenders. Read more…
Terrorism & The Far Right
For members of a far right organisation, terrorism charges have been brought against them – much to their surprise. Here we look at far right terrorism.
End of Automatic Release for Terrorist Prisoners
The automatic release of those convicted of terrorist offences has been changed following a terrorist attack in South London. Here we look at the changes.
Tougher Sentences For Terrorism Offences Are On The Way
From April 2020 there will tougher sentences on terrorism offences in certain instances. Here we look at what circumstances apply and what the tougher sentencing will mean.
New Changes To Terrorism Laws
This new offence covers a situation where a person expresses an opinion or belief that supports a proscribed organisation and is reckless as to whether the person listening will be encouraged to support it.
The Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019
The Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019 has completed its parliamentary journey and will, in the main, come in to effect over the next few months. Here, we look at what the new changes mean and how it will impact on both sentencing and access to data.