Britain Unveils New Anti-Terror Measures

[Judi Lynn]

Britain Unveils New Anti-Terror Measures

By ED JOHNSON
Associated Press Writer

October 12, 2005, 12:35 PM EDT


LONDON -- The British government Wednesday unveiled sweeping anti-terrorism legislation designed to crack down on Islamic extremism, raising concerns from Muslim leaders, opposition parties and legal experts about the potential for infringing on civil liberties.

In the wake of the July attacks on London's transit system, the government wants the power to detain terror suspects for three months without charge, outlaw attending terrorist training camps in Britain or abroad and make it an offense to glorify or encourage terrorism.

"The terrorist threat facing the U.K. is real and significant and the government is determined to do all it can to protect our citizens from groups who would try to destroy our society, our way of life and our freedoms," Home Secretary Charles Clarke said as the Terrorism Bill was published in Parliament.

Opponents warned that the legislation, which must be approved by both chambers of Parliament before it can become law, could infringe on civil liberties.
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http://www.newsday.com/news/nationworld/wire/sns-ap-britain-terrorism,0,5402110.story?coll=sns-ap-nationworld-headlines

[snappyturtle]

1. Two peas in a pod....

Bush and Blair! This article must be frightening to the Brits! Equally frightening, another that you might be interested concerning our liberties is the report of Rep. Ron Paul saying that the administration is aiming for a military state under the cover of bird flu which he says is a "fear" deal.....look at article by Alex Jones: Republican Congressman Slams Bush in Militarized Police State Preparation: http://www.prisonplanet.com/articles/october2005/121005slambush.htm
:scared: (You'll have to scroll down the article to get to the police state part--but the whole thing is interesting.)

(edit--Sen. does not equal Rep.)