The Prevention of Terrorism Bill was introduced to the House of Commons this week. The Bill gives the Home Secretary powers to make control orders with a range of conditions, including a ban on internet and mobile phone use.

Home Secretary Charles Clarke was explicit in highlighting the use of technology in the fight against terrorism. This new Bill is set to replace the ‘Part 4 Powers in the Anti-Terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2001’ with a scheme of control orders. The Home Office believes the new orders will be a valuable tool in disrupting and preventing terrorist-related activity.

The Prevention of Terrorism Bill is available at www.parliament.uk.