Justice for All, a non-governmental organisation, has called for the committee report containing recommendations for the repeal of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) to be made public. Issuing a statement, Justice for All said it has always consistently advocated for the complete repeal of the PTA. “We have seen news reports that the Committee appointed to draft the Act to repeal the Prevention of Terrorism Act handed over its report and the draft bill to the Minister of Justice. “The Prevention of Terrorism Temporary Provisions Act No. 48 of 1979 has universally been regarded as a draconian piece of…
Govt urged to publish PTA Repeal Committee Report and Draft Bill
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