I can only repeat that when there is sufficient evidence, we will prosecute. As I have said, there have been 217 successful prosecutions to date. Sadly, however, in a small number of cases we cannot secure sufficient evidence, but know that the threat exists. In such cases, we have to place some restrictions on an individual's liberty in order to protect the liberty of the vast majority of people in this country.
Prevention and Suppression of Terrorism
Proceeding contribution from
Lord Hanson of Flint
(Labour)
in the House of Commons on Monday, 1 March 2010.
It occurred during Debates on delegated legislation on Prevention and Suppression of Terrorism.
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