Transformation of UK Counter-Terrorism Policy Post-9/11: : Balancing Security, Liberty, and Emerging Threats

The United Kingdom's counter-terrorism policy has undergone significant transformation since the events of 11 September 2001. The scale and nature of the terrorist threat posed by extremist groups, particularly from Islamic radicalism, prompted an overhaul of both legal frameworks and security...

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Hlavní autor: Kamruzzaman, Muhammad
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description The United Kingdom's counter-terrorism policy has undergone significant transformation since the events of 11 September 2001. The scale and nature of the terrorist threat posed by extremist groups, particularly from Islamic radicalism, prompted an overhaul of both legal frameworks and security measures. This paper assesses the extent to which these changes have reshaped the UK's approach to counter-terrorism. Key developments include the introduction of anti-terrorism legislation such as the Terrorism Act 2000 and subsequent updates, including the Prevention of Terrorism Act 2005 and the Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015. These laws expanded government powers to detain, monitor, and restrict individuals suspected of involvement in terrorism. Additionally, the establishment of specialized security agencies and increased collaboration with international partners has strengthened intelligence gathering and response. However, these measures have also raised concerns over civil liberties, the balance between security and privacy, and the effectiveness of preventive strategies. This paper explores the evolving nature of UK counter-terrorism policies, examining their impact on national security, individual freedoms, and the broader societal context in which they are implemented, arguing that while significant progress has been made, ongoing challenges remain in adapting to emerging threats.
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spelling ojs-2432025-10-16T03:16:13Z Transformation of UK Counter-Terrorism Policy Post-9/11: : Balancing Security, Liberty, and Emerging Threats Kamruzzaman, Muhammad Terrorism 9/11 USA UK Global IRA The United Kingdom's counter-terrorism policy has undergone significant transformation since the events of 11 September 2001. The scale and nature of the terrorist threat posed by extremist groups, particularly from Islamic radicalism, prompted an overhaul of both legal frameworks and security measures. This paper assesses the extent to which these changes have reshaped the UK's approach to counter-terrorism. Key developments include the introduction of anti-terrorism legislation such as the Terrorism Act 2000 and subsequent updates, including the Prevention of Terrorism Act 2005 and the Counter-Terrorism and Security Act 2015. These laws expanded government powers to detain, monitor, and restrict individuals suspected of involvement in terrorism. Additionally, the establishment of specialized security agencies and increased collaboration with international partners has strengthened intelligence gathering and response. However, these measures have also raised concerns over civil liberties, the balance between security and privacy, and the effectiveness of preventive strategies. This paper explores the evolving nature of UK counter-terrorism policies, examining their impact on national security, individual freedoms, and the broader societal context in which they are implemented, arguing that while significant progress has been made, ongoing challenges remain in adapting to emerging threats. Jahangirnagar University 2025-06-30 info:eu-repo/semantics/article info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersion Peer-reviewed Conference Proceedings Submission application/pdf http://journals.juniv.edu/index.php/tjr/article/view/243 10.59185/tjr.v49i2.243 The Jahangirnagar Review; Vol. 49 No. 2 (2025); 277-295 1682-7422 10.59185/tjr.v49i2 eng http://journals.juniv.edu/index.php/tjr/article/view/243/188 Copyright (c) 2025 The Jahangirnagar Review
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title_full Transformation of UK Counter-Terrorism Policy Post-9/11: : Balancing Security, Liberty, and Emerging Threats
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