Anti-Terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2001

Made: 14-12-2001 | Laid: 14-12-2001 | Forced: 04-12-2001

Overview


The purpose of the Anti-Terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2001 is to build on legislation in a number of areas to ensure that the Government have the necessary military, financial and judicial powers to counter a terrorist threat to the UK. The measures are intended to:

  • Cut off terrorist funding
  • Ensure that government departments and agencies can collect and share information required for countering the terrorist threat
  • Streamline relevant immigration procedures
  • Ensure the security of the nuclear and aviation industries
  • Improve the security of dangerous substances that may be targeted or used by terrorists
  • Extend police powers available to relevant forces
  • Ensure that we can meet our European obligations in the area of police and judicial co-operation and our international obligations to counter bribery and corruption
  • Update parts of the UK’s anti-terrorist powers

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