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Terrorism in Britain: Threat, Reality, Response

NCJ Number
125951
Journal
Terrorism Volume: 12 Issue: 3 Dated: (1989) Pages: 153-165
Author(s)
P J Sacopulos
Date Published
1989
Length
13 pages
Annotation
As international terrorism has intensified worldwide during the last two decades, Britain has become a primary target.
Abstract
Internationally, it is vulnerable because of its position as a leading member of the Western European Community; and domestically, it continues to be a target of the IRA's exportation of violence from Northern Ireland to England. In an effort to confront this rise in international and domestic terrorism, Britain has proven herself willing and able to respond. This response has incorporated antiterrorist legislation, strong administrative measures, and an outstanding special military unit. 51 notes. (Author abstract)