Anti-terrorism bill

The bill scraped through the House of Commons with a measly majority of 14, so obviously some MPs realised what was at stake. Even the Tories came up with some good ideas to at least limit the impact, even if they couldn't stop the bill altogether, but Labour weren't having any of it.

It's up to the Lords now, who so far seem to be doing an encouraging job of decidedly not toeing the line. They vote on it tomorrow.

This article from today's Guardian gives a good update. To me, the most disturbing section is this:

Court hearings may take place without the alleged terror suspect being present or notified, and without him or her being able to make representations.

And this isn't a breach of Human Rights or a person's right under British law to a fair trial. No, of course not.