... Finally, in drawing all the arguments raised together, a conclusion will be presented as to the validity of the title statement. Within Britain the implementation of anti-terrorism legislation has become a reoccurring feature on the political agenda since the devastating events of September 11th. Such serious and concerning events have lead to increased government measures and in turn the assertion of a 'War on Terror', aimed at minimising what the government claims is an imminent threat of terrorist activity upon Britain. With government urging the public to be constantly vigilant in going about their everyday activities, the question must be raised as to whether such warnings and responses are creating unnecessary public concern and moral panic in relation to any real threat upon safety from an imminent act of terrorism? (Gearty C, 2002, pg 1). With the government's suggestion that the threat of terrorism was not sufficiently dealt with under ...

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