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“Not enough evidence” for 56-day detention

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Summary

'Counter-Terrorism Policy and Human Rights: 28 Days, Intercept and Post-Charge Questioning’ (HL 157 / HC 394) focuses on the Government's new proposals on counter-terrorism, including the suggestion to double the pre-trial detention period from 28 days to 56 days.

The Committee is not convinced of the need to increase the pre-trial detention limit from 28 days and thinks that Parliament, and not the courts, should set the upper limit of detention. As an alternative to extending detention, post-charge questioning is recommended.

The Committee does not think that the Special Advocate system affords the individual a fair hearing and recommends changes. It also recommends improvement in the physical conditions for those held in detention.

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Law-Making Explained

This is a House of Commons and House of Lords Paper (HL 157 / HC 394 2006-07): it is a Report from the Joint Committee on Human Rights.

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