Terrorism Bill

Even communities such as the Muslim community have organisations and structures, although overall the Muslim religion is not as highly structured as some other religions. Each mosque has its own management committee; nothing is left to one individual. The clause relates to organisations, and it would be for Ministers to consider and make recommendations in respect of any specific organisation once all the evidence had been carefully considered. In conclusion, I again pray in aid Lord Carlile, who has been quoted many times during our deliberations. He made the following recommendation:"““Extending the list to include the organisations envisaged in the clause is a proportional limitation on the freedom of association in relation to the greater public good.””" So he sees clause 21 as an appropriate measure and, accordingly, I support it strongly.