Terrorism Act 2000

Public General Act of Parliament of the United Kingdom

The Terrorism Act 2000 is the first of a number of general Terrorism Acts passed by the Parliament of the United Kingdom. It superseded and repealed the Prevention of Terrorism Act 1989 and the Northern Ireland Act 1996. It also replaced parts of the Criminal Justice Act 1998. The powers it provides the police have been controversial, leading to noted cases of alleged abuse, and to legal challenges in British and European courts. The stop-and-search powers under section 44 of the act have been ruled illegal by the European Court of Human Rights.

Also known as...2000 c. 11 and 2000 c11
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