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Report of the Independent Reviewer of Terrorism Legislation on the operation in 2023 of the Terrorism Acts

Written ministerial statementMade by Shabana MahmoodThe Secretary of State for the Home DepartmentHome OfficeHCWS1158

In accordance with section 36 of the Terrorism Act 2006, Jonathan Hall KC, the Independent Reviewer of Terrorism Legislation, has prepared a report on the operation in 2023 of the Terrorism Acts, which was laid before the House on 15 July 2025.

I am grateful to Mr Hall KC for his report and have carefully considered the recommendations and observations included within. I am today laying before the House the Government’s response to the report (CP 1466). Copies will be available in the Vote Office, and it will also be published on GOV.UK.

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