US EditionKiller of MP Sir David Amess was 'exited' from Prevent 'too quickly', review finds
- A review found that Ali Harbi Ali was exited from the Prevent counter-terrorism programme 'too quickly' before he killed MP Sir David Amess in 2021.
- Security Minister Dan Jarvis stated that there were 'problematic' assessments and 'questionable decision-making' in Ali's case management during his time with Prevent.
- Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has requested updates on an investigation into Essex Police's handling of the case after concerns were raised by Sir David Amess's family.
- The head of Counter Terrorism Policing, Matt Jukes, emphasized the need for ongoing reviews and improvements in the Prevent system to prevent future incidents.
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How Prevent failed David Amess
In October 2021, Ali Harbi Ali assassinated David Amess, the MP for Southend West. The aftermath of this killing was marked by a debate in which MPs called for ‘love not hate’ and insisted that this showed the need for an Online Hate Bill. Now, almost three years after the murderer was sentenced to a whole
Murdered MP’ daughter speaks out as report finds failings in counter-terrorism review
Murdered MP Sir David Amess’ daughter has spoken out as a damning report found vital chances to stop his killer were missed. The Prevent Commissioner will review the programme’s interaction with Ali Harbi Ali, who killed Sir David, Home Office minister Dan Jarvis said today (12 February), as he promised support to the former MP’s family. A review into the handling of Sir David’s murderer under the Government’s counter-terror programme Prevent fo…
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