UK Laws and Policies on Radicalisation

The Terrorism Act 2000

Defining Terrorism: The Terrorism Act 2000 and its subsequent amendments define terrorism, including acts of radicalisation leading to terrorism, and provide the legal basis for dealing with terrorist threats.

Provisions: This act includes provisions on the proscription of terrorist organisations, terrorist financing, and offences related to terrorist training.

The Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015

Introduction of Prevent Duty: The Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015 introduced the Prevent Duty, central to the UK's strategy in combating radicalisation.

Obligation on Public Bodies: Public bodies, including schools and healthcare providers, are obligated to have due regard to preventing people from being drawn into terrorism.

The Channel Programme

Safeguarding Individuals: Channel is a multi-agency approach to safeguard individuals at risk of being drawn into terrorism.

Supportive Interventions: It provides tailored support such as mentoring, counselling, and ideological challenge.

Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011

Control Order Regime: The Terrorism Prevention and Investigation Measures Act 2011 allows the imposition of restrictions on individuals suspected of involvement in terrorist activities.

The Digital Economy Act 2017

Addressing Online Radicalisation: The Digital Economy Act 2017 includes measures to regulate internet content and ensure digital safety, aiming to reduce accessibility to online materials contributing to radicalisation.

The Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019

Updates to Legal Framework: The Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019 further updated the legal framework, addressing emerging threats and the use of technology in terrorism.

These laws and policies demonstrate the UK's commitment to combating radicalisation and terrorism while safeguarding individual liberties and community relations.