Terrorism Legislation: Report of Independent Reviewer

Thursday 11th December 2025 Written Statements

[The Secretary of State for the Home Department (Shabana Mahmood)]

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 response to the report, Cmd 1466. Copies will be available in the Vote Office, and it will also be published on gov.uk.

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