Homeland insecurity, by Philip Johnston

Homeland insecurity, by Philip Johnston (PF 13/4/07)

Split of Home Office. Incoherent lines of reporting for counter terrorism. New dept for dealing with values and ideas – Service innovation. MOJ to have responsibility for civil and criminal law and the justice system, but Home Secretary still to have a voice in his crime prevention role. Confusing – perhaps no improvement.

Hearts and minds: UK style, by Philip Johnston

Hearts and minds: UK style, by Philip Johnston (PF 7/9/07)

Change in the scope of Home Office to focus on security and policing has created a more streamlined counter-terrorism structure.

Also, reliance on Office for Security and Counter-Terrorism for advice and direction is clear indication strategy as experience.

Discusses ‘incoherence’ in approach – change in policy over consulting Muslim Council of Britain. Link to Logical Incrementalism.