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On the recordJuly 10, 2026
This act gives the police and intelligence agencies the tools they need to pursue foreign powers and their proxies, and better protect our communities, institutions, and democratic values.
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Shabana Mahmood
Labour Party

Editor's note · Context

Home Secretary explaining the National Security Act 2023.

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