Communities: Preventing Extremism

House of Lords written question – answered at on 28 July 2010.

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Photo of Lord Sheikh Lord Sheikh Conservative

To ask Her Majesty's Government what plans are in place to investigate any allegation of spying under the Prevent counterterrorism programme.

Photo of Baroness Neville-Jones Baroness Neville-Jones Minister of State (Home Office) (Security)

Prevent is not, and must not be, about spying on individuals. Previous allegations of spying have been investigated and found to be unsubstantiated. The Government are reviewing Prevent to ensure that it is properly targeted and delivered.

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