Tony Blair on Tuesday proposed a law that would put terrorism suspects in jail for belonging to an illegal organization based on the testimony of a police officer. A suspect's refusal to answer any question during interrogation could be used as corroborating evidence. The British prime minister said he would recall Parliament next week for a vote. The Irish Parliament is scheduled to vote next week on similar steps. Sinn Fein said Blair's proposal could jeopardize the Northern Ireland peace process.
Tough on Terror
Tony Blair on Tuesday proposed a law that would put terrorism suspects in jail for belonging to an illegal organization based on the testimony of a police officer. A suspect's refusal to answer any question during interrogation could be used as corroborating evidence. The British prime minister said he would recall Parliament next week for a vote. The Irish Parliament is scheduled to vote next week on similar steps. Sinn Fein said Blair's proposal could jeopardize the Northern Ireland peace process.
