Security and liberty: key issues for the 2010 Parliament

Proposals for a British Bill of Rights have come from across the political spectrum. The various plans would have very different consequences

The effective and proportionate use of surveillance and state databases is a delicate balancing act

The passage of the Digital Economy Bill prior to dissolution highlighted some of the many ongoing issues of copyright law and enforcement

There is a case for reconsidering and consolidating the counter-terrorism legislation passed in recent years

Do “have a go heroes” need greater protection from criminal prosecution?

Reforms initiated during the last Parliament aim to deliver a ‘fit for purpose' immigration system – but consequences of past failings still need to be addressed

Does prison work and can we afford it?