28 days or later? How long should terror suspects be held?
Posted by: Astrid Zweynert
The passionate debate over how long terrorism suspects can be held without charge has resurfaced at the top of the political agenda in Britain, with the government indicating that it will seek to extend the current 28-day limit. Ministers, the police and security services say more time is essential if they are to bring some suspects planning atrocities to justice. They argue that the rights of ordinary citizens to living in safety should be paramount. But critics, including politicians, civil rights groups and Muslim organisations, say the powers are draconian, unnecessary and an infringement of ancient liberties that guarantee people should not be held by the authorities without being charged with a crime.
What do you think?
