§ Mr. Paul MarsdenTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many people have been arrested or detained for questioning and subsequently released without charge in connection with the terrorist events of 11 September; and if he will make a statement. [8685]
§ Mr. Blunkett[holding answer 19 October 2001]: Following requests for information and assistance from the FBI six people were detained under the provisions of the Terrorism Act 2000. All were released without charge but one was immediately re-arrested under the terms of an extradition warrant. Since 11 September a further 17 people were detained under the provisions of the Act. All but one were released without charge.
The police and security services continue to monitor and assess any potential terrorist suspects, including any who are already in custody for other offences.