Debates between Wendy Morton and John Hayes during the 2015-2017 Parliament

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Wendy Morton and John Hayes
Monday 6th July 2015

(9 years, 5 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Wendy Morton Portrait Wendy Morton (Aldridge-Brownhills) (Con)
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T2. Can the Security Minister reassure me that the police and the intelligence services will have new powers to stay ahead of extremist groups and individuals, not least in terms of technology?

John Hayes Portrait The Minister for Security (Mr John Hayes)
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Yes, I can. The principles and practices of our enemies may often be barbarically archaic, but the methodology they use is up to the minute. It is vital that we match that with the resources, the techniques and the skills for our security services to counter those threats.